Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Michigan City

Affordability in Michigan City, IN

Michigan City has 6 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 510 units available to income-qualified renters. Median rent, median income, and renter share figures are.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Michigan City Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 327 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Michigan City

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Michigan City has a Walk Score of 22 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 33. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will likely require a car.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 14 public schools serve Michigan City across 1 district, including 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Michigan City, IN

Michigan City has a mix of HUD-assisted, Section 8, and LIHTC properties that can help renters access below-market rents. No median household income figure is available in our current data for this city, but income-based programs here set rents as a percentage of your household income, meaning your actual cost depends on what you earn and which program covers your unit.

The 6 assisted properties in Michigan City account for 510 total units. Eligibility and rent limits are set by HUD guidelines, so contacting a property directly is the best way to get current figures for your household size and income.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 assisted properties in Michigan City have been mapped for flood risk. None of them fall within a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.