HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Knox County, Maine?
HUD Income Limits (AMI) for , ME
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Knox County, Maine show a median income of $98,300 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $49,150, and 80% AMI is $78,650. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Knox County, ME and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,650 | $34,450 | $55,100 |
| 2 | $23,600 | $39,350 | $62,950 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,250 | $70,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,100 | $84,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,050 | $91,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,950 | $97,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,900 | $103,850 |
How does Knox County, ME compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Maine.
Higher income limits than 67% of counties in Maine · 175th of 529
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cumberland County | $139,100 |
| 1 | Cumberland County | $139,100 |
| 1 | Cumberland County | $139,100 |
| … 171 more … | ||
| 175 | Knox County(you are here) | $98,300 |
| … 351 more … | ||
| 508 | Piscataquis County | $72,100 |
| 508 | Piscataquis County | $72,100 |
| 508 | Piscataquis County | $72,100 |
More data for Knox County, Maine
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Knox County, Maine for 2026?
The area median income in Knox County, Maine is $98,300 a year for 2026. For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $49,150 at 50% (very low income), and $78,650 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 Knox County, Maine?
HUD puts the area median income for Knox County, Maine at $98,300 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Knox County, Maine?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Knox County, Maine is $62,950 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $39,350, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $23,600. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Knox County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Knox County, the limit is $55,100 for a 1-person household, $62,950 for 2 people, $78,650 for 4 people, and $103,850 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 Knox 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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