Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Austell

Affordability in Austell, GA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Austell is $1,494 and the median household income is $72,938 annually, with renters making up 35% of households. Lease Lantern tracks 8 HUD-assisted or income-based properties in the city, offering an alternative for renters seeking below-market options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Austell Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 255 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Of the 8 HUD-assisted properties in Austell mapped for flood risk, none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Austell

The assisted properties in Austell score 27 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 20 out of 100 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Most errands and trips will require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools across 1 district serve Austell, including 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Renting in Austell, GA

The median household income in Austell is $72,938 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median asking rent in the city is $1,494 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Austell can significantly reduce what you pay each month. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are typically set as a percentage of your income or capped based on local income limits, rather than tied to market rates.

• Median household income: $72,938/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,494/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 35% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 8 HUD-assisted properties in Austell have been mapped for flood zone status, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for affordable housing in this city is low based on available data.