HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Kalawao County, Hawaii?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Kahului-Wailuku, HI
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Kalawao County, Hawaii (Kahului-Wailuku, HI area) show a median income of $121,400 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $37,950, 50% AMI is $60,950, and 80% AMI is $97,500. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Kalawao County, HI and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,600 | $42,700 | $68,250 |
| 2 | $29,250 | $48,800 | $78,000 |
| 3 | $32,900 | $54,900 | $87,750 |
| 4 | $37,950 | $60,950 | $97,500 |
| 5 | $44,480 | $65,850 | $105,300 |
| 6 | $51,010 | $70,750 | $113,100 |
| 7 | $57,540 | $75,600 | $120,900 |
| 8 | $64,070 | $80,500 | $128,700 |
How does Kalawao County, HI compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Hawaii.
Higher income limits than 80% of counties in Hawaii · 2nd of 5
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honolulu County | $133,400 |
| 2 | Kalawao County(you are here) | $121,400 |
| 2 | Maui County | $121,400 |
| 2 | Kalawao County(you are here) | $121,400 |
| 4 | Kauai County | $120,100 |
| 5 | Hawaii County | $98,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Kalawao County, Hawaii for 2026?
The area median income in Kalawao County, Hawaii is $121,400 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Kahului-Wailuku, HI area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $37,950 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $60,950 at 50% (very low income), and $97,500 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 Kalawao County, Hawaii?
HUD puts the area median income for Kalawao County, Hawaii at $121,400 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Kalawao County, Hawaii?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Kalawao County, Hawaii is $78,000 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $48,800, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $29,250. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Kalawao County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Kalawao County, the limit is $68,250 for a 1-person household, $78,000 for 2 people, $97,500 for 4 people, and $128,700 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 Kalawao 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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