HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Miami-Dade County, Florida?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Miami-Dade County, Florida (Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area) show a median income of $89,800 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $40,850, 50% AMI is $68,100, and 80% AMI is $109,000. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Miami-Dade County, FL and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,600 | $47,700 | $76,300 |
| 2 | $32,700 | $54,500 | $87,200 |
| 3 | $36,800 | $61,300 | $98,100 |
| 4 | $40,850 | $68,100 | $109,000 |
| 5 | $44,150 | $73,550 | $117,750 |
| 6 | $47,400 | $79,000 | $126,450 |
| 7 | $50,700 | $84,450 | $135,150 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $89,900 | $143,900 |
How does Miami-Dade County, FL compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Florida.
Higher income limits than 42% of counties in Florida · 40th of 67
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monroe County | $129,600 |
| 2 | Collier County | $121,000 |
| 3 | Flagler County | $114,500 |
| … 36 more … | ||
| 40 | Miami-Dade County(you are here) | $89,800 |
| … 24 more … | ||
| 65 | Dixie County | $60,400 |
| 66 | Hamilton County | $59,000 |
| 67 | Glades County | $58,500 |
More data for Miami-Dade County, Florida
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Miami-Dade County, Florida for 2026?
The area median income in Miami-Dade County, Florida is $89,800 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $40,850 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $68,100 at 50% (very low income), and $109,000 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 Miami-Dade County, Florida?
HUD puts the area median income for Miami-Dade County, Florida at $89,800 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Miami-Dade County, Florida?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Miami-Dade County, Florida is $87,200 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $54,500, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $32,700. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Miami-Dade County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Miami-Dade County, the limit is $76,300 for a 1-person household, $87,200 for 2 people, $109,000 for 4 people, and $143,900 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 Miami-Dade 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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