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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Norwich

Affordable Housing in Norwich, CT

Norwich has 17 affordable and income-based properties offering 1,210 units across the city. With a median market rent of $1,253 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters here. Of the 10 properties with inspection scores on file, 9 rated excellent and 1 rated good, suggesting well-maintained conditions across the portfolio.

17
Properties
1,210
Total units
94/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,253/mo

Affordability in Norwich, CT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Norwich is $1,253 per month and the median household income is $65,024 per year. Nearly half of Norwich residents -- 46% -- are renters, making access to income-based and HUD-assisted housing an important resource in this community.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
213 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Norwich Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 213 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.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 79 · Very Walkable

Getting Around Norwich

The area around Norwich's assisted properties scores 79 (Very Walkable), 35 (Some Transit) for transit, and 25 for biking, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties specifically, not the city as a whole.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
12 schools · 5 districts

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, Norwich is served by 12 public schools across 5 districts, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$65,024 median income

Cost of Living

The median household income in Norwich is $65,024 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median asking rent citywide is $1,253 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

HUD-assisted and income-based housing in Norwich can offer significant savings for eligible renters, as rents at these properties are typically tied to a percentage of your income rather than the market rate.

  • Median household income: $65,024/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $1,253/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 46% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 10 affordable housing properties in Norwich have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a positive sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 94/100(10 of 17 scored)
90+ (9)70–89 (1)No score (7)

17 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Norwich, CT

Norwich is a mid-sized Connecticut city where nearly half of residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With 10 HUD-assisted or income-based properties and 650 total units tracked by Lease Lantern, there are meaningful options for renters seeking affordable housing here.

Property Conditions

All 10 properties in Norwich have been scored, and 9 of those 10 earned an excellent rating. The average score across all scored properties is 94, according to HUD inspection data.

Flood Risk

All 10 tracked properties have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Rent Context

The median asking rent across all housing in Norwich is $1,253 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). Income-based housing can offer significant savings for qualifying renters relative to that market rate.

Local Economy

The median household income in Norwich is $65,024 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024).

Getting Around

Norwich scores 79 ("Very Walkable") and 35 ("Some Transit") according to Walk Score, meaning most errands can be run on foot, with limited public transit options available.

Public Schools

Norwich is served by 5 school districts with 12 public schools -- including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Public Safety

The Norwich Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 139 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

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Eligibility & how to apply

Connecticut income limits (2026)Connecticut public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Connecticut

Helpful guides

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