HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Merrick County, Nebraska?
Grand Island, NE metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Grand Island, NE
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Merrick County, Nebraska (Grand Island, NE area) show a median income of $96,500 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $48,250, and 80% AMI is $77,200. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Merrick County, NE and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,300 | $33,800 | $54,050 |
| 2 | $23,200 | $38,600 | $61,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,450 | $69,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,250 | $77,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,150 | $83,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,850 | $95,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,700 | $101,950 |
How does Merrick County, NE compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Nebraska.
Higher income limits than 65% of counties in Nebraska · 34th of 93
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saunders County | $117,600 |
| 2 | Otoe County | $114,900 |
| 3 | Cass County | $114,000 |
| … 30 more … | ||
| 34 | Merrick County(you are here) | $96,500 |
| … 56 more … | ||
| 91 | Hitchcock County | $69,800 |
| 92 | Blaine County | $68,700 |
| 93 | Garden County | $64,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Merrick County, Nebraska for 2026?
The area median income in Merrick County, Nebraska is $96,500 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Grand Island, NE area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $48,250 at 50% (very low income), and $77,200 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 Merrick County, Nebraska?
HUD puts the area median income for Merrick County, Nebraska at $96,500 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Merrick County, Nebraska?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Merrick County, Nebraska is $61,800 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $38,600, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $23,200. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Merrick County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Merrick County, the limit is $54,050 for a 1-person household, $61,800 for 2 people, $77,200 for 4 people, and $101,950 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 Merrick 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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