HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Chittenden County, Vermont?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Burlington-South Burlington, VT
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Chittenden County, Vermont (Burlington-South Burlington, VT area) show a median income of $123,400 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $37,400, 50% AMI is $62,350, and 80% AMI is $99,750. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Chittenden County, VT and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,200 | $43,650 | $69,850 |
| 2 | $29,950 | $49,900 | $79,800 |
| 3 | $33,700 | $56,150 | $89,800 |
| 4 | $37,400 | $62,350 | $99,750 |
| 5 | $40,400 | $67,350 | $107,750 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $72,350 | $115,750 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $77,350 | $123,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $82,350 | $131,700 |
How does Chittenden County, VT compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Vermont.
Higher income limits than 100% of counties in Vermont · 1st of 255
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Franklin County | $123,400 |
| 1 | Franklin County | $123,400 |
| 1 | Grand Isle County | $123,400 |
| 1 | Chittenden County(you are here) | $123,400 |
| … 251 more … | ||
| 237 | Essex County | $74,100 |
| 237 | Essex County | $74,100 |
| 237 | Essex County | $74,100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Chittenden County, Vermont for 2026?
The area median income in Chittenden County, Vermont is $123,400 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Burlington-South Burlington, VT area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $37,400 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $62,350 at 50% (very low income), and $99,750 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 Chittenden County, Vermont?
HUD puts the area median income for Chittenden County, Vermont at $123,400 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Chittenden County, Vermont?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Chittenden County, Vermont is $79,800 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $49,900, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $29,950. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Chittenden County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Chittenden County, the limit is $69,850 for a 1-person household, $79,800 for 2 people, $99,750 for 4 people, and $131,700 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 Chittenden 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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