Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Winfield

Affordability in Winfield, KS

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Winfield is $786 and the median household income is $56,656, with renters making up 35% of households. The 226 income-restricted units across 5 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in the city offer an important lower-cost alternative for renters who qualify.

Safety

According to the Winfield Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Winfield had a violent crime rate of 284 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

For HUD-assisted properties in Winfield, none of the 5 mapped properties fall within a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.

Getting Around Winfield

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Winfield scores 53 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 53 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller cities with limited fixed-route service.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools across 1 district serve Winfield, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Winfield, KS

The median household income in Winfield is $56,656 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median monthly rent across all rentals in the city is $786, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can meaningfully lower housing costs for eligible renters. Winfield has 5 income-restricted properties covering 226 units, giving renters options where rent is tied to income rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $56,656/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $786/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 35% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units in Winfield: 226 across 5 properties

Environmental Exposure

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