Chicago 2026 AMI Income Limits & Calculator
In Chicago, “low income” (80% of Area Median Income) is $67,350 a year for one person and $96,250 for a household of four. Enter your household income and size below to see your exact AMI band and which of the 344 open listings in Chicago fit you right now.
Check your 2026 AMI band in Chicago
Your result: At $65,000/yr for 1 person, you are at approximately 77% AMI in Chicago. 344 of 344 open listings in Chicago accept your income range today.
2026 Chicago AMI Table by Household Size
Maximum yearly household income at each Area Median Income (AMI) tier in Chicago (Chicago Housing Authority).
| Household | 30% AMI | 50% AMI | 60% AMI | 80% AMI | 100% AMI | 120% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $25,250 | $42,100 | $50,500 | $67,350 | $84,200 | $101,050 |
| 2 people | $28,850 | $48,100 | $57,750 | $77,000 | $96,250 | $115,450 |
| 3 people | $32,500 | $54,150 | $64,950 | $86,600 | $108,250 | $129,900 |
| 4 people | $36,100 | $60,150 | $72,150 | $96,250 | $120,300 | $144,350 |
| 5 people | $38,950 | $64,950 | $77,950 | $103,950 | $129,900 | $155,900 |
| 6 people | $41,850 | $69,750 | $83,700 | $111,650 | $139,550 | $167,450 |
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