HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Nicollet County, Minnesota?
Mankato, MN metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Mankato, MN
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Nicollet County, Minnesota (Mankato, MN area) show a median income of $106,500 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $53,250, and 80% AMI is $85,200. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Nicollet County, MN and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,400 | $37,300 | $59,650 |
| 2 | $25,600 | $42,600 | $68,200 |
| 3 | $28,800 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,250 | $85,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,550 | $92,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,800 | $98,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,050 | $105,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,300 | $112,500 |
How does Nicollet County, MN compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Minnesota.
Higher income limits than 70% of counties in Minnesota · 27th of 87
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olmsted County | $135,800 |
| 1 | Dodge County | $135,800 |
| 3 | Anoka County | $131,500 |
| … 23 more … | ||
| 27 | Nicollet County(you are here) | $106,500 |
| … 57 more … | ||
| 85 | Nobles County | $83,300 |
| 86 | Swift County | $82,700 |
| 87 | Mahnomen County | $76,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Nicollet County, Minnesota for 2026?
The area median income in Nicollet County, Minnesota is $106,500 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Mankato, MN area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $53,250 at 50% (very low income), and $85,200 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 Nicollet County, Minnesota?
HUD puts the area median income for Nicollet County, Minnesota at $106,500 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Nicollet County, Minnesota?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Nicollet County, Minnesota is $68,200 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $42,600, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $25,600. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Nicollet County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Nicollet County, the limit is $59,650 for a 1-person household, $68,200 for 2 people, $85,200 for 4 people, and $112,500 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 Nicollet 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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