HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Whatcom County, Washington?
Bellingham, WA metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Bellingham, WA
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Whatcom County, Washington (Bellingham, WA area) show a median income of $123,300 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $35,750, 50% AMI is $59,600, and 80% AMI is $95,350. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Whatcom County, WA and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,050 | $41,700 | $66,750 |
| 2 | $28,600 | $47,700 | $76,300 |
| 3 | $32,200 | $53,650 | $85,850 |
| 4 | $35,750 | $59,600 | $95,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $64,400 | $103,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $69,150 | $110,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $73,950 | $118,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $78,700 | $125,850 |
How does Whatcom County, WA compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in Washington.
Higher income limits than 85% of counties in Washington · 7th of 39
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | King County | $164,400 |
| 1 | Snohomish County | $164,400 |
| 3 | Kitsap County | $129,600 |
| … 3 more … | ||
| 7 | Whatcom County(you are here) | $123,300 |
| … 29 more … | ||
| 37 | Wahkiakum County | $78,800 |
| 38 | Grant County | $78,000 |
| 39 | Adams County | $77,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Whatcom County, Washington for 2026?
The area median income in Whatcom County, Washington is $123,300 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Bellingham, WA area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $35,750 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $59,600 at 50% (very low income), and $95,350 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 Whatcom County, Washington?
HUD puts the area median income for Whatcom County, Washington at $123,300 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Whatcom County, Washington?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Whatcom County, Washington is $76,300 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $47,700, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $28,600. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Whatcom County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Whatcom County, the limit is $66,750 for a 1-person household, $76,300 for 2 people, $95,350 for 4 people, and $125,850 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 Whatcom 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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