How low is "low-income?" What are the income limits?

Federal Low-Income Program Apartments

Household SizeMaximum Annual Household Income
1 person$37,700
2 persons$43,100
3 persons$48,500
4 persons$53,850
5 persons$58,200
6 persons$62,500
7 persons$66,800
8 persons$71,100

Tax Credit Apartments

Household Size
Maximum Annual Household Income
1 person
$28,320
2 persons
$32,340
3 persons
$36,360
4 persons
$40,380
5 persons
$43,620
6 persons
$46,860
7 persons
$50,100
8 persons
$53,340

Income limits are subject to change annually.

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1. Do I get help with my rent?
2. How low is "low-income?" What are the income limits?
3. What developments are available? Can I wait for the development I want?
4. How do I qualify?
5. What is this screening process?
6. What can I do if my application is denied?
7. How long will it take before I can get an apartment?
8. Are there ways to speed up the process?
9. What else should I know?
10. Does the BMHA provide emergency housing?
11. How can I get more information?