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HUD Open Data · 2026

What Are the Income Limits in District of Columbia?

$166,100/yr 1.3%vs 2025 ($163,900)

Highest county median income in District of Columbia. HUD Income Limits (AMI) across 1 counties.

Median Income in District of Columbia and Neighbouring States

District of Columbia: $166,100Maryland: $166,100Virginia: $166,100$166,100$166,100$166,100

Median Income by County

District of Columbia, DC: $166,100

How District of Columbia Compares to Other States

Highest county median income ranked against all states with HUD income limit data.

Higher median income than 94% of states · 4th of 52

Lowest: Oklahoma($99,100)
Highest: California($205,500)
#StateValue
1California$205,500
2New Mexico$182,500
3Utah$167,700
4District of Columbia(you are here)$166,100
… 45 more …
50Oklahoma$99,100
51Mississippi$98,100
52Puerto Rico$41,400

Highest & Lowest Median Income by County

#CountyValue
1District of Columbia$166,100
1District of Columbia$166,100

The HUD Income Limits for 2026 in District of Columbia are set at the county level. Select a county below to see the median income and 30/50/80% AMI bands for household sizes 1 through 8. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.

County80% AMI (4HH)
District of Columbia, DC$106,800

Frequently asked questions

What are the HUD Income Limits in District of Columbia for 2026?

HUD Income Limits in District of Columbia for 2026 vary by county. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household across District of Columbia's 1 counties spans from $49,850 to $49,850/year. Select a county above for the full household-size breakdown.

When are Income Limits updated in District of Columbia?

HUD publishes new income limits annually, typically in spring. The 2026 figures apply for the full calendar year unless HUD issues an interim adjustment.

How does HUD calculate Area Median Income?

HUD calculates Area Median Income using data from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS), adjusted for inflation using the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index. HUD then publishes income limits at 30%, 50%, and 80% of the adjusted median for each household size.

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Data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, public domain. 2026 Income Limits.