Affordable & Income-Based Housing in New Haven

Affordability in New Haven, CT

New Haven has a median household income of $56,851 and a median asking rent of $1,488 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). With 72% of residents renting rather than owning, the city has a large renter population and a strong base of income-restricted housing options to help close the gap.

• Lease Lantern tracks 44 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties in New Haven, covering 3,798 total units.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the New Haven Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 536 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around New Haven

The area around New Haven's assisted properties scores well for walkability, transit, and biking, according to Walk Score. Scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties in this city.

• Walk Score: 89 -- Very Walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot.
• Transit Score: 62 -- Good Transit. Many trips are possible by public transportation.
• Bike Score: 95. Biking is an excellent option for getting around.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 43 schools across 8 districts serve New Haven, including 29 elementary, 1 middle, 12 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in New Haven, CT

The median household income in New Haven is $56,851 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent citywide is $1,488 per month, which means income-based housing assistance can make a significant difference for many renters here.

• Median household income: $56,851/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,488/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 72% of occupied units are renter-occupied (Census ACS 5-Year)

New Haven is a heavily renter-majority city. The 44 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties tracked on Lease Lantern cover 3,798 units, providing income-restricted options across the city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 44 assisted properties in New Haven were mapped for flood risk. Of those, 2 fall within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 42 properties are not in a high-risk zone, so flood exposure across most of the city's assisted housing inventory is limited.