HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Macon County, Illinois?
Decatur, IL metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Decatur, IL
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Macon County, Illinois (Decatur, IL area) show a median income of $95,100 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $47,550, and 80% AMI is $76,100. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Macon County, IL and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,000 | $33,300 | $53,300 |
| 2 | $22,850 | $38,050 | $60,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,800 | $68,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,550 | $76,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,400 | $82,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,000 | $94,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,800 | $100,500 |
How does Macon County, IL compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Illinois.
Higher income limits than 57% of counties in Illinois · 45th of 102
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kendall County | $135,800 |
| 2 | Will County | $121,500 |
| 2 | McHenry County | $121,500 |
| … 41 more … | ||
| 45 | Macon County(you are here) | $95,100 |
| … 54 more … | ||
| 100 | Saline County | $75,000 |
| 101 | Hardin County | $72,700 |
| 102 | Pulaski County | $65,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Macon County, Illinois for 2026?
The area median income in Macon County, Illinois is $95,100 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Decatur, IL area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $47,550 at 50% (very low income), and $76,100 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 Macon County, Illinois?
HUD puts the area median income for Macon County, Illinois at $95,100 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Macon County, Illinois?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Macon County, Illinois is $60,900 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $38,050, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $22,850. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Macon County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Macon County, the limit is $53,300 for a 1-person household, $60,900 for 2 people, $76,100 for 4 people, and $100,500 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 Macon 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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