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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Jacksonville

Jacksonville offers 128 affordable and income-based rental properties with nearly 19,400 units across the city, giving renters a wide range of options to explore. With a median market rent of $1,465 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can provide meaningful savings for qualifying households. The majority of inspected properties here have received strong quality scores, making Jacksonville a solid market for renters seeking subsidized housing.

128
Properties
19,367
Total units
86/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,465/mo

Affordability in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville's median household income is $69,872 and the median monthly rent is $1,465, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). About 42% of Jacksonville residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter population with demand for affordable options.

  • Median monthly rent: $1,465
  • Median household income: $69,872 per year
  • Renter households: 42% of all households

Lease Lantern tracks 62 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Jacksonville, covering 7,502 units that may offer rents below the local market rate for eligible households.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
558 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office as reported in the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Jacksonville had a violent crime rate of 558 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that methodological differences mean violent crime rates are not directly comparable across cities.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 31 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Jacksonville

Based on the areas around assisted properties in Jacksonville, Walk Score rates the city 31 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), with a Transit Score of 46 (Some Transit) and a Bike Score of 42, according to Walk Score. Most daily errands will likely require a car, though some transit options are available near select properties.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
204 schools · 5 districts

Schools

Jacksonville is served by 204 schools across 5 districts, including 120 elementary, 25 middle, 51 high schools, and 8 other schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs 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
$69,872 median income

Cost of Living in Jacksonville

The median household income in Jacksonville is $69,872 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The citywide median rent is $1,465 per month, also from the Census ACS 5-Year estimate, which gives useful context for how assisted housing rents compare to the open market.

  • Median household income: $69,872/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $1,465/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 42% of Jacksonville residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Assisted units available: 7,502 income-based and HUD-assisted units across 62 properties in the city

HUD-assisted and LIHTC rents are set below market rate based on income limits, so eligible renters can pay significantly less than the citywide median.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood & Environmental Exposure

All 62 affordable housing properties in Jacksonville were mapped against FEMA flood zone data. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for a coastal Florida city.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 86/100(61 of 128 scored)
90+ (35)70–89 (18)60–69 (3)<60 (5)No score (67)

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Jacksonville Affordable Housing: What Renters Should Know

Jacksonville is one of Florida's largest cities by land area, and its rental market reflects that scale. With a median rent of $1,465 per month and a median household income of $69,872 (Census ACS 5-Year), the gap between market-rate housing and what many residents can afford makes income-based options especially important here.

About 42% of Jacksonville households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, meaning demand for affordable units is broad and steady across the city.

Affordable Housing Stock

Lease Lantern tracks 62 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in Jacksonville, representing 7,502 income-based units. Of the 61 properties with inspection scores on record, 35 rated excellent and 18 rated good, which means the large majority of tracked units are in well-maintained buildings.

Flood Risk

All 62 tracked properties have been mapped for flood risk. None fall into a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring baseline for renters weighing long-term stability.

Getting Around Jacksonville

Jacksonville scores 31 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 46 (Some Transit) for public transit, according to Walk Score. Renters who depend on buses or prefer walking should evaluate specific property locations carefully, as conditions vary across such a large city.

Schools

Jacksonville is served by 5 school districts with 204 public schools, including 120 elementary, 25 middle, and 51 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Eligibility & how to apply

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

Helpful guides

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