District of Columbia Section 8 Income Limits 2026
Official HUD limits for 1 county - 4-person very low income limit: $83,050
The table shows FY2026 income limits for a 4-person household in each District of Columbia county: extremely low (30% AMI), very low (50% AMI - the main Section 8 line), and low income (80% AMI). Open a county for all household sizes and an eligibility check, or find your local housing authority to apply.
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District of Columbia Income Limits by County (4-Person Household)
| County | 30% AMI | 50% AMI (Section 8) | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $49,850 | $83,050 | $106,800 |
District of Columbia Income Limit FAQs
For a 4-person household in District of Columbia, the FY2026 very low income (50% AMI) limit - the main Section 8 eligibility line - is $83,050 per year. See the table above for other household sizes.
Check the low income (80% AMI) tier: some programs, including public housing, accept households up to that level. Also compare neighboring counties - limits can differ substantially, and you can apply to any housing authority whose waiting list is open, not just your own county.
The housing authority verifies gross income for everyone in your household through pay stubs, employer verification, benefit award letters, and tax records. Report all income sources - unreported income discovered later can cause denial or termination of assistance.
Related Resources
Source: HUD FY2026 Income Limits · huduser.gov