Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Elizabethtown

Affordability in Elizabethtown, KY

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Elizabethtown is $909 per month, and the median household income is $60,760 per year. Just over half of residents -- 51% -- are renters, reflecting strong local demand for rental housing.

Safety

The Elizabethtown Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Keep in mind that 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 Elizabethtown are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone, based on available flood map data.

Getting Around Elizabethtown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Elizabethtown scores 61 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable), meaning some errands can be done on foot. The Bike Score is 39 out of 100, reflecting limited but present cycling infrastructure. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 19 schools across 2 districts serve Elizabethtown, including 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 9 high schools. Ratings and options vary by school and district, so renters should check which schools are assigned to any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Renting in Elizabethtown, KY

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $60,760 per year, and the median gross rent is $909 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-based housing in the city can offer rent well below that market median for qualifying households.

• Median household income: $60,760/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $909/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 51% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Elizabethtown has 7 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 264 units. Rents at these properties are tied to income limits set by HUD, meaning eligible renters typically pay a percentage of their income rather than the full market rate.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 7 HUD-assisted properties in Elizabethtown have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure for renters in this area.