Who is Eligible for Affordable Housing?
Households must meet certain income requirements in order to qualify for Arlington’s housing programs. Income limits vary by household size and are determined as a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI).
In 2012, the AMI for a family of four in the Washington region is $107,500, according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Most of AHC’s properties are available to families and individuals who earn 50% to 60% of the AMI. Some properties also include units for households earning 40% of AMI. Apartments are also set aside for Section 8 families whose income is lower.
In 2012, for instance, a one-person household is eligible for an affordable apartment if they earn up to $30,120 (40% of AMI) to $45,180 (60% of AMI).
A two-person household can earn up to $34,400 (40% of AMI) to $51,600 (60% of AMI).
And, a four-person family can earn between $43,000 (40% of AMI) and $64,500 (60% of AMI).
Household Size 60% AMI 50% AMI 40% AMI
1 $45,180 $37,650 $30,120
2 $51,600 $43,000 $34,400
3 $58,080 $48,400 $38,720
4 $64,500 $53,750 $43,000
5 $69,660 $58,050 $46,400
6 $74,820 $62,350 $49,880
More information from Arlington County Housing Division
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AHC Inc. is a private, nonprofit developer of low- and moderate-income housing in the mid-Atlantic region. Founded in 1975 in Arlington, VA, AHC produces and preserves affordable rental housing, provides homeownership services, and offers onsite educational services to improve the quality of residents' lives. AHC's portfolio includes 38 properties providing quality affordable housing for more than 4,500 households.