The income limit for social housing in Tilburg varies based on household size and regional agreements. In 2024, the national reference limit is €47,699 for a single person and €52,671 for a multi-person household, but the municipality of Tilburg adjusts these through the regional quality covenant with housing associations such as WonenBreburg and Zayaz. In Tilburg, located in Central Brabant, the limits are often slightly higher than in the Randstad due to moderate housing pressure, but lower than in very peripheral areas.
The test income is calculated as gross salary plus benefits, minus tax credits. For a two-person household in Tilburg, the limit is €50,500, with supplements for children up to €54,000 for three children. The Housing Authority Netherlands (AWN) supervises the proper application. Tenants in Tilburg report income changes via the WoonLoket Tilburg or the housing association portals.
Indexation takes place annually based on CBS income data, with recalculation by the landlord in case of divorce, birth, or job change. Local context: Tilburg promotes throughflow with priority for starters and families, but strictly controls exceedances. Tips: Check your personal limit on tilburg.nl/wonen or via the WoningNet portal, and archive payslips and benefit decisions. This way, you prevent forced relocation to the private sector in neighborhoods such as Het Zand or Reeshof. (218 words)