Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Westminster

Affordability in Westminster, CO

Westminster has a median household income of $100,272 and a median gross rent of $1,882 per month, with renters making up 38% of occupied housing units, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). Lease Lantern tracks 7 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 575 units in the city, offering an alternative for renters who qualify for affordable housing programs.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Westminster Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 310 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Westminster

According to Walk Score, the areas around Westminster's assisted properties average a Walk Score of 27 (Car-Dependent), a Transit Score of 29 (Some Transit), and a Bike Score of 57. Most errands will require a car, though some bus service is available and biking conditions are moderate.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, Westminster is served by 31 schools across 6 districts, including 17 elementary, 4 middle, and 10 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Westminster, CO

Westminster sits in the Denver metro area, where housing costs have risen significantly in recent years. The median household income in Westminster is $100,272 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024).

The citywide median rent is $1,882 per month across all rental housing, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). Affordable and income-based housing in Westminster can offer rents well below that figure, depending on your household income and the program type.

• Median household income: $100,272/year (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Median market rent: $1,882/month (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Renter households: 38% of Westminster residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 575 across 7 HUD-assisted or income-based properties

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 7 affordable housing properties in Westminster were mapped for flood zone status, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure is not a significant concern for this property inventory based on available data.