Affordable Housing
Our commitment to affordable housing is 50 years strong, starting with the development of our first public housing neighborhood in 1967. Today, we own and manage more than 300 public housing units for residents living on a low income. We serve as a national leader in inclusionary housing, and we're creating innovative approaches to affordable housing.
What is Affordable Housing?
In Chapel Hill, affordable housing is housing that costs no more than 30% of a household’s income. To qualify for subsidized affordable housing, household income typically must fall below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), which varies by household size. To qualify for the income restricted (80% or below AMI) homes your income must fall within the chart below.
Family Size
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Income Limit
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1
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$64,750
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2
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$74,000
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3
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$83,250
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4
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$92,500
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5
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$99,900
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6
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$107,300
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7
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$114,700
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8
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$122,100
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Source: HUD 2025 Income Limits
Our Dashboard
This dashboard highlights of our affordable housing strategy and policy work.