HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Dorchester County, South Carolina?
Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Charleston-North Charleston, SC
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Dorchester County, South Carolina (Charleston-North Charleston, SC area) show a median income of $117,500 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $35,250, 50% AMI is $58,750, and 80% AMI is $94,000. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Dorchester County, SC and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,700 | $41,150 | $65,800 |
| 2 | $28,200 | $47,000 | $75,200 |
| 3 | $31,750 | $52,900 | $84,600 |
| 4 | $35,250 | $58,750 | $94,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,450 | $101,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,150 | $109,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,850 | $116,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,550 | $124,100 |
How does Dorchester County, SC compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in South Carolina.
Higher income limits than 100% of counties in South Carolina · 1st of 46
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dorchester County(you are here) | $117,500 |
| 1 | Berkeley County | $117,500 |
| 1 | Charleston County | $117,500 |
| … 40 more … | ||
| 44 | Dillon County | $55,000 |
| 44 | Allendale County | $55,000 |
| 46 | Marion County | $51,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Dorchester County, South Carolina for 2026?
The area median income in Dorchester County, South Carolina is $117,500 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $35,250 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $58,750 at 50% (very low income), and $94,000 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 Dorchester County, South Carolina?
HUD puts the area median income for Dorchester County, South Carolina at $117,500 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Dorchester County, South Carolina?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Dorchester County, South Carolina is $75,200 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $47,000, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $28,200. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Dorchester County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Dorchester County, the limit is $65,800 for a 1-person household, $75,200 for 2 people, $94,000 for 4 people, and $124,100 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 Dorchester 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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