POLITICSJun 15 · 23:58 UTCFOX NEWS

$104,200 salary in Orange County, California considered 'low-income' by state officials

A six-figure salary of $104,200 in Orange County, California, is now classified as 'low-income' by state housing officials for 2026, up from $94,750 in 2025. High housing costs have pushed this threshold above the county’s median individual income, exacerbating an affordability crisis where only 18% of households can afford a median-priced home. Population declines in Los Angeles County and San Francisco highlight broader regional challenges.

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