📊 2026 Income Limits — Section 8 Housing in Orange County, North Carolina
| Household Size | Monthly Limit | Annual Limit | FPL % |
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| 1 person | $1,695/mo | $20,345/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 2 people | $2,291/mo | $27,495/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 3 people | $2,887/mo | $34,645/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 4 people ← fam/4 | $3,482/mo | $41,795/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 5 people | $4,078/mo | $48,945/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 6 people | $4,674/mo | $56,095/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 7 people | $5,270/mo | $63,245/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
| 8 people | $5,866/mo | $70,395/yr | 50% Area Median Income |
Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026 for North Carolina.
🏢 Offices in Orange County, North Carolina
Orange County Benefits Office — Main
📍 Orange County Government Center, North Carolina 00000
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❓ FAQs — Section 8 Housing in Orange County, North Carolina
Who qualifies for Section 8 Housing in Orange County, North Carolina 2026?
Orange County residents with income at or below 50% Area Median Income of the federal poverty level. Family of 4 limit: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-955-2232 to verify your eligibility.
How long does approval take in Orange County?
Most applications in North Carolina processed within 30 days. Emergency cases in Orange County can be approved within 7 days. Call 1-800-955-2232 for expedited processing.
Can I apply online from Orange County, North Carolina?
What is the income limit for family of 4 in Orange County 2026?
Family of 4 in Orange County, North Carolina: $3,482/month ($41,795/year) = 50% Area Median Income of 2026 federal poverty level.
Are there Orange County-specific programs beyond the federal program?
Yes. Orange County and North Carolina have supplemental local programs. Dial 211 from any phone in Orange County to find all locally available programs.
URL: usagovbenefits.com/north-carolina/orange-county/section-8/ ·
Verified: June 2026 ·
Sources: HUD, HHS.gov, Benefits.gov, North Carolina Portal ·
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