Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Huntsville

Affordability in Huntsville, AL

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Huntsville is $1,171 and the median household income is $74,714 annually. About 42% of Huntsville residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter population that may benefit from the city's HUD-assisted and income-based housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Huntsville Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 483 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Huntsville

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Huntsville rates 35 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 25 (Some Transit) for transit access, and 50 for bikeability. Most errands will require a car, so access to reliable transportation is an important factor to consider when evaluating these properties.

Schools

Huntsville is served by 53 schools across 3 districts, including 28 elementary, 12 middle, and 12 high schools, plus 1 other, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Huntsville, AL

The median household income in Huntsville is $74,714 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate (as of 2024). The citywide median rent is $1,171 per month for all rental units, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Huntsville is spread across 11 properties totaling 881 units, offering income-qualified renters an alternative to market-rate costs.

• Median household income: $74,714/year (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Median market rent: $1,171/month (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Share of renter households: 42% (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Income-based units available: 881 across 11 properties

Environment & Flood Risk

Flood exposure among Huntsville's HUD-assisted properties is low. Of the 11 mapped properties, 2 fall within a FEMA-designated flood zone and only 1 is classified as high risk.