Income-Based Housing
51-60% AMI Housing Lotteries
Affordable housing opportunities for households earning 51-60% of Area Median Income.
About 51-60% AMI Housing
51-60% AMI refers to households earning 51-60% of Area Median Income in the New York metropolitan area. This income category is designated as Low Income by HUD (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development).
NYC housing lotteries often reserve a portion of units for specific AMI bands. Knowing your AMI level helps you identify which lotteries you're eligible for.
Calculate Your AMI
Use our AMI calculator to determine your exact AMI percentage based on household size and income.
Go to AMI CalculatorIncome Examples for 51-60% AMI
Example annual household incomes that fall into the 51-60% AMI category (approximate, based on 2024 NYC AMI):
1-Person Household
Varies by AMI level — use calculator for precise limits
2-Person Household
Varies by AMI level — use calculator for precise limits
3-Person Household
Varies by AMI level — use calculator for precise limits
4-Person Household
Varies by AMI level — use calculator for precise limits
Income limits change annually. Always verify current limits on our Income Limits page or NYC HPD.
Current 51-60% AMI Lotteries
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This section will display real-time 51-60% AMI lottery data from NYC Open Data once production deployment is complete.
For now, view all current lotteries on NYC Housing Connect.
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