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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Anderson

Anderson, IN has 27 affordable and income-based rental properties with 1,971 total units, giving renters a solid range of options in this mid-size Indiana city. Of the 7 properties with inspection scores on record, 4 rated excellent and 3 rated good, with none falling into fair or poor. With a median market rent of $925 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

27
Properties
1,971
Total units
90/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$925/mo

Affordability in Anderson, IN

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Anderson is $925, against a median household income of $46,909 per year. Renters make up 45% of Anderson households, reflecting a sizable rental market where income-based housing options can make a meaningful difference.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
425 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to the Anderson Police Department's FBI Crime Data Explorer data, Anderson had a violent crime rate of 425 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

None of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Anderson are located in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood map data.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 69 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Anderson

According to Walk Score, the areas around Anderson's assisted properties score 69 (Somewhat Walkable) and 48 for Bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page, not the city as a whole.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
11 schools · 3 districts

Schools

Anderson is served by 11 public schools across 3 districts, including 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high 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 applying.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$46,909 median income

Cost of Living in Anderson, IN

The median household income in Anderson is $46,909 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $925 per month, according to the same source.

HUD-assisted and income-based housing can offer significant savings for renters who qualify. Rents at these properties are typically tied to a percentage of your household income rather than market rates.

  • Median household income: $46,909/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $925/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 45% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment

All 7 assisted properties in Anderson have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure among these properties is low.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 90/100(7 of 27 scored)
90+ (4)70–89 (3)No score (20)

27 properties on the map

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Affordable Housing in Anderson, IN

Anderson has 7 HUD-assisted or income-based properties covering 647 units across the city. All 7 properties have been inspected and scored, with 4 rated excellent and 3 rated good -- a strong overall showing for renters seeking quality assisted housing.

Flood Risk

All 7 properties in Anderson have been mapped for flood risk. According to that data, none carry a high flood-risk designation, which is a reassuring baseline for renters.

Rents and Income

The median asking rent in Anderson is $925 per month and the median household income is $46,909 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With 45 percent of residents renting, affordable and income-based housing plays a meaningful role in the local market.

Getting Around

Anderson scores 69 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 48 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Renters who depend on foot travel or cycling may want to confirm a specific property's proximity to daily needs before applying.

Schools

Anderson is served by 3 school districts with 11 public schools -- including 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Families should contact districts directly to confirm current attendance zones for a specific address.

A Closer Look at Anderson

Eligibility & how to apply

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

Helpful guides

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