Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Wethersfield

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Wethersfield is $1,370 per month, set against a median household income of $126,806. About 19% of households are renters, making income-based and HUD-assisted housing an important resource for those who qualify.

Safety

According to the Wethersfield Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Wethersfield had a violent crime rate of 59 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 definitions.

Getting Around Wethersfield

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Wethersfield scores a 35 out of 100, rated Car-Dependent, meaning most errands require a car. The Bike Score is 56 out of 100, indicating some biking infrastructure is available. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 9 public schools across 2 districts serve Wethersfield, including 7 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Wethersfield, CT

The median household income in Wethersfield is $126,806 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. With a market median rent of $1,370 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-restricted housing can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters in this area.

Wethersfield has 6 income-restricted properties totaling 418 units, including HUD-assisted and LIHTC housing. Rents at these properties are set based on area median income limits rather than the open market, which may result in lower monthly costs for qualifying households.

• Market median rent: $1,370/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $126,806/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of renter households: 19% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units available: 418 across 6 properties

Eligibility for affordable units is based on income limits set by HUD. Contact individual properties or your local housing authority to learn about current availability and income requirements.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 assisted properties in Wethersfield have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 1 property falls within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 5 properties carry low or minimal flood exposure based on available mapping data.