Recent state eligibility calculations reveal that individuals in four Bay Area counties can earn six-figure salaries and still be classified as low-income. For instance, a single renter in San Mateo, Marin, or San Francisco counties earns up to $109,700 annually, which qualifies them as low-income. Santa Clara County has a slightly higher limit, reflecting the region's devastating housing crisis, where soaring costs impact even higher earners. Updated income limits influenced by median earnings indicate the profound challenges faced by numerous households seeking affordable housing in the region.
In Santa Clara County, the low-income limit increased 9% from last year, reflecting the ongoing housing crisis where even six-figure salaries struggle to keep up.
Overall, the housing crisis in the Bay Area has reached a point where even tech workers earning over six figures may still be considered low-income.
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