HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Fayette County, Texas?
HUD Income Limits (AMI) for , TX
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Fayette County, Texas show a median income of $98,200 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $49,100, and 80% AMI is $78,550. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Fayette County, TX and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,650 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 2 | $23,600 | $39,300 | $62,850 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,200 | $70,700 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,100 | $78,550 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,050 | $84,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,000 | $91,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,900 | $97,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,850 | $103,700 |
How does Fayette County, TX compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Texas.
Higher income limits than 79% of counties in Texas · 55th of 254
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glasscock County | $144,200 |
| 2 | Kendall County | $139,700 |
| 3 | Travis County | $134,400 |
| … 51 more … | ||
| 55 | Fayette County(you are here) | $98,200 |
| … 196 more … | ||
| 252 | Zavala County | $48,100 |
| 253 | Zapata County | $43,800 |
| 254 | Starr County | $38,700 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Fayette County, Texas for 2026?
The area median income in Fayette County, Texas is $98,200 a year for 2026. For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $49,100 at 50% (very low income), and $78,550 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 Fayette County, Texas?
HUD puts the area median income for Fayette County, Texas at $98,200 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Fayette County, Texas?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Fayette County, Texas is $62,850 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $39,300, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $23,600. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Fayette County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Fayette County, the limit is $55,000 for a 1-person household, $62,850 for 2 people, $78,550 for 4 people, and $103,700 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 Fayette 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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