Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Caldwell

Affordability in Caldwell, ID

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Caldwell is $1,264 per month and the median household income is $73,058 annually. About 27% of residents rent their homes, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role for a significant share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Caldwell Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 463 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that violent crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Caldwell

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Caldwell rates 50 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) and has a Bike Score of 55 out of 100. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 28 schools across 10 districts serve Caldwell, including 12 elementary, 5 middle, 10 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Caldwell, ID

The median household income in Caldwell is $73,058 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median gross rent is $1,264 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), giving context to how much assisted housing in the area can reduce your monthly costs.

Affordable and income-based units help renters whose housing costs would otherwise exceed a manageable share of their income. Caldwell has 6 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 187 units across the city.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 6 affordable housing properties in Caldwell 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 according to flood zone mapping data.