Divisions & Programs

Housing Program Income Limits

Every year the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sets income limits for various affordable housing programs. These figures are based on the estimated median household income for the Boston Metropolitan Area. The current income limits, effective February 15, 2008, are as follows:

Household Size	50% of Median	60% of Median	80% of Median	100% of Median	110% of Median	120% of Median
1 person	$30,050	$39,065	$46,300	$60,100	$66,110	$72,120
2 persons	$34,300	$44,590	$52,950	$68,600	$75,460	$82,320
3 persons	$38,600	$50,180	$59,550	$77,200	$84,920	$92,640
4 persons	$42,900	$55,770	$66,150	$85,800	$94,380	$102,960
5 persons	$46,350	$60,255	$71,450	$92,700	$101,970	$111,240
6 persons	$49,750	$64,675	$76,750	$99,500	$109,450	$119,400
7 persons	$53,200	$69,160	$82,050	$106,400	$117,040	$127,680
8 persons	$56,650	$73,645	$87,350	$113,300	$124,630	$135,960

Notes: Effective February 15, 2008. These limits are determined by the U. S. Department of Housing & Urban Development and are subject to change.

For More Information

For more information about affordable housing opportunities in Cambridge, please call the Housing Information Line at 617/349-4622 or send an email to Michelle Moran at mmoran@cambridgema.gov. The Community Development Department TTY line is 617/349-4621.

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