Massachusetts Section 8 Income Limits 2026
Official HUD limits for 14 counties - 4-person very low income limit ranges $56,050 to $91,050
The table shows FY2026 income limits for a 4-person household in each Massachusetts 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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Massachusetts Income Limits by County (4-Person Household)
| County | 30% AMI | 50% AMI (Section 8) | 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable County | $42,350 | $70,600 | $112,950 |
| Berkshire County | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| Bristol County | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| Dukes County | $48,950 | $81,550 | $106,800 |
| Essex County | $51,400 | $85,700 | $137,100 |
| Franklin County | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| Hampden County | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| Hampshire County | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| Middlesex County | $51,400 | $85,700 | $137,100 |
| Nantucket County | $54,650 | $91,050 | $131,700 |
| Norfolk County | $51,400 | $85,700 | $137,100 |
| Plymouth County | $40,400 | $67,350 | $107,750 |
| Suffolk County | $51,400 | $85,700 | $137,100 |
| Worcester County | $39,500 | $65,850 | $105,350 |
Massachusetts Income Limit FAQs
It depends on your county. For a 4-person household in Massachusetts, the FY2026 very low income (50% AMI) limit - the main Section 8 eligibility line - ranges from $56,050 to $91,050 per year. Select your county in the table above for exact limits by household size.
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