Income Limit for Social Housing in Utrecht by Household Size

The income limit for social housing in Utrecht varies by household size and follows the national reference limits for 2024: €47,699 for a single person and €52,671 for a multi-person household. The municipality of Utrecht adjusts these through the regional quality covenant, taking into account the high housing pressure in the region. In Utrecht, the limits are often tighter than in peripheral areas, comparable to other Randstad cities, but with specific adjustments for the Domstad. The test income is calculated as gross salary plus benefits, minus tax credits. For a two-person household in Utrecht, the limit is €49,000, with supplements for each child: +€2,500 per child under 18 years. The municipality of Utrecht and housing associations such as Portaal and Bo-Ex enforce these limits strictly due to waiting lists of tens of thousands for social rental housing. The Autoriteit Wonen Nederland (AWN) supervises the application and sanctions deviations. Tenants in Utrecht are required to report income changes via the Utrechtse WoonLoket or the housing association portal. In case of divorce, birth, or job change, the landlord immediately recalculates eligibility. Regular indexation based on CBS income data keeps the limits up to date. Practical tips for Utrechters: check your personal limit via utrecht.nl/wonen or the Huurcommissie app, keep payslips and rental agreements. This way, you prevent forced relocation to the private sector in neighborhoods such as Kanaleneiland or Overvecht. (248 words)