Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Salina

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Salina is $959, against a median household income of $61,783 per year. About 36% of Salina residents are renters, reflecting a mix of ownership and rental housing across the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Salina Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 502 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and jurisdiction definitions.

None of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Salina are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone, based on available flood map data.

Getting Around Salina

According to Walk Score, the assisted properties in Salina have a Walk Score of 57 ("Somewhat Walkable") and a Bike Score of 45. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions around the assisted housing locations specifically.

Schools

Salina is served by 14 public schools across 2 districts, including 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Salina, KS

The median household income in Salina is $61,783 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent citywide is $959 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data, giving helpful context for how affordable housing rents in Salina compare to the broader market.

About 36% of Salina households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates, reflecting a mix of owners and renters in the community.

• Median household income: $61,783/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $959/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 36% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Lease Lantern tracks 5 income-based and HUD-assisted properties in Salina, covering 264 units -- an important resource for renters seeking below-market housing options in the city.

Environment

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Salina have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.