This calculator is designed to support programs in determining whether a family’s housing costs are in excess of 30% of income, and to adjust income accordingly. Adjusted income is solely for the purposes of determining Head Start eligibility.
NHSA offers this calculator as a resource tool only. NHSA is not a governing body and does not take responsibility for outcomes of eligibility findings.
Final eligibility calculations are the sole responsibility of the Head Start program. Click here to find more information about this part of the Final Rule.
Federal Poverty Level Form
Household Income Calculator
Total Annual Housing Costs:
0
Do housing costs exceed 30% of total household income?
No
What is the total housing deduction allowable by Office of Head Start?
0
New Household Income you should use to determine eligibility:
0
Citation: Head Start Program Performance Standards (revised August 2024), p. 12 and p. 143.