HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in New Castle County, Delaware?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, DE
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for New Castle County, Delaware (Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD area) show a median income of $122,700 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $36,800, 50% AMI is $61,350, and 80% AMI is $98,150. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in New Castle County, DE and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,800 | $42,950 | $68,750 |
| 2 | $29,450 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 3 | $33,150 | $55,250 | $88,350 |
| 4 | $36,800 | $61,350 | $98,150 |
| 5 | $39,750 | $66,300 | $106,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $71,200 | $113,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $76,100 | $121,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $81,000 | $129,600 |
How does New Castle County, DE compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Delaware.
Higher income limits than 100% of counties in Delaware · 1st of 3
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Castle County(you are here) | $122,700 |
| 2 | Kent County | $112,100 |
| 3 | Sussex County | $103,200 |
| 1 | New Castle County(you are here) | $122,700 |
| 2 | Kent County | $112,100 |
| 3 | Sussex County | $103,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in New Castle County, Delaware for 2026?
The area median income in New Castle County, Delaware is $122,700 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $36,800 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $61,350 at 50% (very low income), and $98,150 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 New Castle County, Delaware?
HUD puts the area median income for New Castle County, Delaware at $122,700 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in New Castle County, Delaware?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in New Castle County, Delaware is $78,550 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $49,100, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $29,450. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in New Castle County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in New Castle County, the limit is $68,750 for a 1-person household, $78,550 for 2 people, $98,150 for 4 people, and $129,600 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 New Castle 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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