HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Moore County, North Carolina?
Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Moore County, North Carolina (Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC area) show a median income of $106,300 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $53,150, and 80% AMI is $85,050. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Moore County, NC and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,350 | $37,250 | $59,550 |
| 2 | $25,550 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 3 | $28,750 | $47,850 | $76,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,150 | $85,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,700 | $98,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,950 | $105,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,200 | $112,300 |
How does Moore County, NC compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in North Carolina.
Higher income limits than 85% of counties in North Carolina · 16th of 100
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin County | $132,300 |
| 1 | Wake County | $132,300 |
| 1 | Johnston County | $132,300 |
| … 12 more … | ||
| 16 | Moore County(you are here) | $106,300 |
| … 81 more … | ||
| 98 | Scotland County | $62,100 |
| 99 | Richmond County | $62,000 |
| 100 | Robeson County | $59,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Moore County, North Carolina for 2026?
The area median income in Moore County, North Carolina is $106,300 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $53,150 at 50% (very low income), and $85,050 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 Moore County, North Carolina?
HUD puts the area median income for Moore County, North Carolina at $106,300 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Moore County, North Carolina?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Moore County, North Carolina is $68,050 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $42,550, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $25,550. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Moore County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Moore County, the limit is $59,550 for a 1-person household, $68,050 for 2 people, $85,050 for 4 people, and $112,300 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 Moore 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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