Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Dubuque

Affordability

Dubuque has a median household income of $65,845 and a median gross rent of $948 per month, with renters making up 34% of occupied households, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). Dubuque's 6 HUD-assisted and income-based properties offer 485 units for households who qualify based on income limits set by HUD.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Dubuque Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 413 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.

Getting Around Dubuque

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Dubuque scores an 8 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 23 out of 100 (Minimal Transit) for transit, and 5 out of 100 for bikeability. Most errands and commutes will require a personal vehicle.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 19 public schools serve Dubuque across 1 district, including 13 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. Quality and resources vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Dubuque

The median household income in Dubuque is $65,845 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median rent across all rentals in the city is $948 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Affordable and income-based housing can significantly reduce housing costs for eligible renters. Lease Lantern tracks 6 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties in Dubuque, covering 485 units in total.

Environmental Exposure

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Dubuque have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.