Affordable & Income-Based Housing in San Bernardino

Affordability

In San Bernardino, the median household income is $67,415 and the median gross rent is $1,508 per month, meaning rent takes up a significant share of a typical household's budget for many residents. Exactly half of households (50%) rent their homes, reflecting strong local demand for rental housing -- according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024).

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the San Bernardino Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 897 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around San Bernardino

The area around assisted properties in San Bernardino scores well for walkability, transit, and biking, according to Walk Score. Scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

• Walk Score: 70 - Very Walkable - Most errands can be accomplished on foot.
• Transit Score: 58 - Good Transit - Many nearby trips are possible by public transit.
• Bike Score: 51 - Biking is a practical option for some trips in this area.

Schools

San Bernardino is served by 83 public schools across 15 districts, including 52 elementary, 10 middle, and 21 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in San Bernardino

The median household income in San Bernardino is $67,415 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent across all rentals in the city is $1,508 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing programs can significantly reduce that cost burden. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties in San Bernardino are typically tied to a percentage of household income or local income limits rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $67,415/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,508/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 50% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environmental & Flood Risk

All 15 affordable housing properties in San Bernardino have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure among HUD-assisted properties here is effectively zero based on available flood data.