2025 Income Limits

What Is 80% AMI in Calais city, Maine?

The Area Median Income in Calais city is $74,800 for a family of four, meaning 80% AMI is $68,000 and 50% AMI is $42,500.

HUD 2025 Data Official Income Limits

2025 AMI Breakdown — Calais city

AMI Tier	1 Person	2 Person	3 Person	4 Person	5 Person	6 Person	7 Person	8 Person
30% AMI	$17,850	$21,150	$26,650	$32,150	$37,650	$43,150	$48,650	$54,150
50% AMI	$29,750	$34,000	$38,250	$42,500	$45,900	$49,300	$52,700	$56,100
60% AMI	$31,400	$35,900	$40,400	$44,900	$48,450	$52,050	$55,650	$59,250
80% AMI	$47,600	$54,400	$61,200	$68,000	$73,450	$78,900	$84,350	$89,800
100% AMI	$52,350	$59,850	$67,300	$74,800	$80,800	$86,750	$92,750	$98,750
120% AMI	$62,850	$71,800	$80,800	$89,750	$96,950	$104,100	$111,300	$118,500

30%, 50%, and 80% AMI figures are published directly by HUD. The 60%, 100%, and 120% AMI tiers are derived from the median income using HUD's standard household size adjustment factors. This product uses the HUD User Data API but is not endorsed or certified by HUD User.

Program Eligibility at Each AMI Threshold

30% AMI

$32,150

Extremely Low Income

Priority for public housing and project-based Section 8.

4-person household

50% AMI

$42,500

Very Low Income

Eligible for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV).

4-person household

60% AMI

$44,900

LIHTC Threshold

Maximum income for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit units.

4-person household

80% AMI

$68,000

Low Income

Eligible for HOME Investment Partnership grants.

4-person household

80% AMI by Household Size

How the 80% AMI limit scales from a single-person household to an 8-person household in Calais city. Find where your household size lands.

How Calais city Compares

Local AMI (4-person)

$74,800

Calais city

Statewide AMI (4-person)

$98,900

Maine

National Median (2024)

$96,300

National

Calais city falls below the national median — the local AMI of $74,800 is lower than the national figure of $96,300 and also below the Maine statewide average of $98,900. This means income limits for programs like Section 8 and LIHTC are set lower here, so households must earn less to qualify. For renters, the lower thresholds can make the difference between eligibility and exclusion from critical housing assistance.

Rent Affordability in Calais city

Using the standard 30% rule — a household should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing — here's the maximum affordable monthly rent at each AMI tier for a 4-person household.

30% AMI

$804/mo

Based on $32,150 annual income

50% AMI

$1,063/mo

Based on $42,500 annual income

80% AMI

$1,700/mo

Based on $68,000 annual income

The 30% Rule:HUD defines a household as "cost-burdened" when it spends more than 30% of gross income on housing costs (rent plus utilities). Households exceeding 50% are considered "severely cost-burdened." In Calais city, a family of four earning exactly at 50% AMI ($42,500) should aim to keep total housing costs below $1,063 per month to avoid cost burden.

Who Uses This Data

Renters

"Am I eligible for affordable housing in Calais city?" If your household income falls below the 50% or 80% AMI threshold shown above, you may qualify for Section 8 vouchers, LIHTC apartments, or other subsidized housing programs in the area.

Developers

"Does this market support LIHTC underwriting?" The 60% AMI limit in Calais city sets the maximum tenant income for tax credit units. Higher AMI areas generally support stronger rent levels within LIHTC compliance, improving project feasibility.

Caseworkers & Planners

"What programs can my clients access?" Use the AMI breakdown for Calais city to quickly determine which federal, state, and local housing programs a household qualifies for based on family size and income level.

What These Numbers Mean For You

In Calais city, the 2025 Area Median Income of $74,800 falls below the national median of $96,300. This means federal housing program income limits are set lower here — a household must earn less to qualify for the same programs that serve higher-income families in costlier markets.

For renters, the lower AMI can be a double-edged sword. While qualification thresholds are more accessible (50% AMI is just $42,500 for a 4-person household), the affordable rent ceiling of $1,063/month at that level may more closely align with actual market rents in Calais city— potentially reducing the gap between "affordable" and "available."

For developers, the lower AMI tightens the economics of LIHTC projects. The 60% AMI cap for a 4-person household in Calais city is $44,900, which constrains maximum allowable rents and may require additional subsidies or creative financing to achieve feasibility. For city planners in Maine, the gap between Calais city's AMI and the statewide average of $98,900 highlights regional economic disparities worth addressing in housing policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Area Median Income in Calais city, Maine?

The 2025 Area Median Income in Calais city is $74,800 for a family of four, as determined by HUD.

What is 80% AMI in Calais city?

80% AMI in Calais city is $68,000 for a 4-person household. This is the income limit for HUD's Low Income category and HOME program eligibility.

What income qualifies for Section 8 in Calais city?

Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers typically require income at or below 50% AMI. In Calais city, the 50% AMI limit is $42,500 for a 4-person household.

How much rent can I afford at 80% AMI in Calais city?

At 80% AMI in Calais city ($68,000 for a 4-person household), the affordable monthly rent ceiling is approximately $1,700, based on the standard 30% of gross income guideline.

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