HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Illinois?
Highest county median income in Illinois. HUD Income Limits (AMI) across 102 counties.
Median Income in Illinois and Neighbouring States
Median Income by County
How Illinois Compares to Other States
Highest county median income ranked against all states with HUD income limit data.
Higher median income than 62% of states · 21th of 52
| # | State | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $205,500 |
| 2 | New Mexico | $182,500 |
| 3 | Utah | $167,700 |
| … 17 more … | ||
| 21 | Illinois(you are here) | $135,800 |
| … 28 more … | ||
| 50 | Oklahoma | $99,100 |
| 51 | Mississippi | $98,100 |
| 52 | Puerto Rico | $41,400 |
Highest & Lowest Median Income by County
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kendall County | $135,800 |
| 2 | Cook County | $121,500 |
| 3 | DuPage County | $121,500 |
| 100 | Saline County | $75,000 |
| 101 | Hardin County | $72,700 |
| 102 | Pulaski County | $65,900 |
The HUD Income Limits for 2026 in Illinois 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the HUD Income Limits in Illinois for 2026?
HUD Income Limits in Illinois for 2026 vary by county. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household across Illinois's 102 counties spans from $33,000 to $40,750/year. Select a county above for the full household-size breakdown.
When are Income Limits updated in Illinois?
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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