HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in Hancock County, West Virginia?
Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH metro · HUD Income Limits (AMI) for Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH, WV
The HUD Income Limits (2026) for Hancock County, West Virginia (Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH area) show a median income of $80,600 a year. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household is $33,000, 50% AMI is $43,850, and 80% AMI is $70,150. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
Median Income in Hancock County, WV and Neighbouring Counties
Income Limits by Household Size
| Household Size | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $39,500 | $63,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $54,400 | $87,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $57,900 | $92,600 |
How does Hancock County, WV compare?
Median income ranked against all counties in West Virginia.
Higher income limits than 66% of counties in West Virginia · 20th of 55
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson County | $128,400 |
| 2 | Hampshire County | $107,000 |
| 3 | Putnam County | $106,000 |
| … 16 more … | ||
| 20 | Hancock County(you are here) | $80,600 |
| … 32 more … | ||
| 53 | Mingo County | $52,500 |
| 54 | Calhoun County | $48,500 |
| 55 | McDowell County | $42,100 |
More data for Hancock County, West Virginia
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Income Limits in Hancock County, West Virginia for 2026?
The area median income in Hancock County, West Virginia is $80,600 a year for 2026 (HUD applies one figure across the Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH area). For a four-person household, the limits work out to $33,000 at 30% of the median (extremely low income), $43,850 at 50% (very low income), and $70,150 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 Hancock County, West Virginia?
HUD puts the area median income for Hancock County, West Virginia at $80,600 a year in 2026.
What is the 80% AMI income limit for a 2-person household in Hancock County, West Virginia?
For 2026, the 80% AMI (low income) limit for a 2-person household in Hancock County, West Virginia is $56,150 a year. At 50% AMI (very low income) the 2-person limit is $35,100, and at 30% AMI (extremely low income) it is $21,640. Limits for other household sizes are in the table above.
How do income limits in Hancock County change with household size?
HUD publishes 2026 limits for household sizes 1 through 8. At 80% AMI in Hancock County, the limit is $49,150 for a 1-person household, $56,150 for 2 people, $70,150 for 4 people, and $92,600 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 Hancock 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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