HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Ventura County, California?
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Ventura County, California (Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA area) show a median income of $135,600 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $47,100, 50% AMI is $78,500, and 80% AMI is $125,600. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Ventura County, CA and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $33,000 | $54,950 | $87,950 |
| 2 | $37,700 | $62,800 | $100,500 |
| 3 | $42,400 | $70,650 | $113,050 |
| 4 | $47,100 | $78,500 | $125,600 |
| 5 | $50,900 | $84,800 | $135,650 |
| 6 | $54,650 | $91,100 | $145,700 |
| 7 | $58,450 | $97,350 | $155,750 |
| 8 | $62,200 | $103,650 | $165,800 |
How does Ventura County, CA compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in California.
Higher income limits than 83% of counties in California · 11th of 58
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Clara County | $205,500 |
| 2 | Marin County | $200,800 |
| 2 | San Francisco County | $200,800 |
| … 7 more … | ||
| 11 | Ventura County(you are here) | $135,600 |
| … 44 more … | ||
| 56 | Imperial County | $75,500 |
| 57 | Modoc County | $75,300 |
| 58 | Lake County | $72,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Ventura County, California for 2026?
The area median income in Ventura County, California is $135,600 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $47,100 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $78,500 at 50% (very low income), and $125,600 at 80% (low income). The full table by household size is above. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development and Research, 2026 Income Limits.
What is the median income in Ventura County, California?
HUD puts the area median income for Ventura County, California at $135,600 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Ventura County, California?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Ventura County, California is $100,500 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $62,800, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $37,700. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Ventura County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Ventura County, the limit is $87,950 for a 1-person household, $100,500 for 2 people, $125,600 for 4 people, and $165,800 for 8 people. The table above lists every household size at 30%, 50%, and 80% AMI.
What do 30%/50%/80% AMI mean?
AMI stands for Area Median Income. 30% AMI means the income threshold is 30% of the area's median income. Households at or below 30% AMI are classified as extremely low income, 50% as very low income, and 80% as low income. These thresholds determine eligibility for federal housing programs like Section 8 vouchers and LIHTC properties.
When are Income Limits in Ventura County updated?
HUD publishes new income limits annually, typically in spring. The 2026 figures apply for the full calendar year unless HUD issues an interim adjustment.
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