Affordability
(USDA-Rural Development)

Achieved when a household's rent or mortgage payment and utility costs do not exceed 30% of the monthly income for the targeted income group as adjusted for household size.

Gross Income
(WA State CTED)

Includes a household's earned income, income from assets, and income from other sources as defined by 24 CFR Part 83.

Extremely Low Income Households
(USDA-Rural Development)

Households earning 30% of the area median income or less.

Housing Costs
(WA State CTED)

Include playground areas, laundry facilities, hallways and kitchens if used by residents of the housing project only.