HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Harrison County, Mississippi?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Gulfport-Biloxi, MS
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Harrison County, Mississippi (Gulfport-Biloxi, MS area) show a median income of $83,100 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $41,550, and 80% AMI is $66,500. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Harrison County, MS and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,500 | $29,100 | $46,550 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,250 | $53,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,400 | $59,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,550 | $66,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $44,900 | $71,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,200 | $77,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,550 | $82,500 |
| 8 | $54,850 | $54,850 | $87,800 |
How does Harrison County, MS compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Mississippi.
Higher income limits than 85% of counties in Mississippi · 13th of 82
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lafayette County | $98,100 |
| 2 | DeSoto County | $92,700 |
| 3 | Hinds County | $91,400 |
| … 9 more … | ||
| 13 | Harrison County(you are here) | $83,100 |
| … 66 more … | ||
| 80 | Holmes County | $44,800 |
| 81 | Humphreys County | $42,200 |
| 82 | Claiborne County | $39,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Harrison County, Mississippi for 2026?
The area median income in Harrison County, Mississippi is $83,100 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Gulfport-Biloxi, MS area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $41,550 at 50% (very low income), and $66,500 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 Harrison County, Mississippi?
HUD puts the area median income for Harrison County, Mississippi at $83,100 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Harrison County, Mississippi?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Harrison County, Mississippi is $53,200 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $33,250, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $21,640. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Harrison County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Harrison County, the limit is $46,550 for a 1-person household, $53,200 for 2 people, $66,500 for 4 people, and $87,800 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 Harrison 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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