HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in District of Columbia, District of Columbia?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, DC
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for District of Columbia, District of Columbia (Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area) show a median income of $166,100 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $49,850, 50% AMI is $83,050, and 80% AMI is $106,800. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in District of Columbia, DC and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,900 | $58,150 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $39,900 | $66,450 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $44,900 | $74,750 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $49,850 | $83,050 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $53,850 | $89,700 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $57,850 | $96,350 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $61,850 | $103,000 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $65,850 | $109,650 | $141,000 |
How does District of Columbia, DC compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in District of Columbia.
Higher income limits than 100% of counties in District of Columbia · 1st of 1
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia(you are here) | $166,100 |
| 1 | District of Columbia(you are here) | $166,100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in District of Columbia, District of Columbia for 2026?
The area median income in District of Columbia, District of Columbia is $166,100 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $49,850 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $83,050 at 50% (very low income), and $106,800 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 District of Columbia, District of Columbia?
HUD puts the area median income for District of Columbia, District of Columbia at $166,100 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in District of Columbia, District of Columbia?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in District of Columbia, District of Columbia is $85,450 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $66,450, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $39,900. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in District of Columbia change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in District of Columbia, the limit is $74,800 for a 1-person household, $85,450 for 2 people, $106,800 for 4 people, and $141,000 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 District of Columbia 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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