Jefferson County, WI Income Limits (2026)
These are HUD’s 2026 income limits for Jefferson County, WI (area median income $111,700). They determine who qualifies for income-based and affordable housing — Section 8 vouchers, public housing, Section 202/811, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) units — by household size.
Jefferson County, WI’s area median income of $111,700 ranks #4 of 62 HUD income-limit areas in Wisconsin, where area medians range from $74,100 to $135,300.
| Household size | Extremely Low (30% AMI) | Very Low (50% AMI) | Low (80% AMI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $23,450 | $39,100 | $62,550 |
| 2 people | $26,800 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
| 3 people | $30,150 | $50,300 | $80,450 |
| 4 people | $33,500 | $55,850 | $89,350 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $64,800 | $103,650 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $69,300 | $110,800 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $73,750 | $117,950 |
Across household sizes, the Very Low Income (50%) threshold in Jefferson County, WI runs from $39,100 for a single person up to $73,750 for an eight-person household. The Low Income (80%) limit — used by many LIHTC and workforce units — reaches $117,950 for a household of eight. These limits apply to Jefferson County.
Do you qualify?
Most income-based programs cap eligibility at the Very Low Income (50%) level, and the deepest assistance — public housing and most Section 8 vouchers — targets households at or below Extremely Low Income (30%). LIHTC and other affordable units commonly use the Low Income (80%) threshold. For example, a household of four in Jefferson County, WI generally qualifies for income-based housing if it earns under $55,850, and for the deepest assistance under $33,500.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income limit for a family of four in Jefferson County, WI?
A four-person household generally qualifies at or below $55,850 (Very Low Income), with the deepest assistance under $33,500 (Extremely Low Income) and LIHTC units commonly at $89,350 (Low Income).
What is the income limit for one person in Jefferson County, WI?
A single-person household qualifies for most income-based programs at or below $39,100, and for the deepest assistance under $23,450.
Counties covered: Jefferson County.
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Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), FY2026 Income Limits. Limits are updated annually and may be adjusted for high-cost areas.