Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Willimantic

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Willimantic is $45,962 and the median gross rent is $1,063 per month. With 65% of residents renting, demand for affordable housing options is significant in this community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Willimantic Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 179 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

None of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Willimantic are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

Getting Around Willimantic

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Willimantic has a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 44. No Transit Score is available for this area. Most daily errands will likely require a car.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 schools across 3 districts serve Willimantic, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Renting in Willimantic

The median household income in Willimantic is $45,962 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median rent across all rentals in the city is $1,063 per month, according to the same source, which can place a significant share of income toward housing costs for many residents.

Income-based housing can make a meaningful difference here. Willimantic has 5 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 697 units, giving renters who qualify access to rents tied to their income rather than the open market.

• Median household income: $45,962/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,063/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 65% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units available: 697 across 5 properties

Environment and Flood Risk

None of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Willimantic are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood data for this area. Flood exposure appears to be a minimal concern for renters at these specific properties.