Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Houma

Affordability in Houma

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Houma is $1,058 and the median household income is $58,194 annually. About 28% of Houma households are renters, meaning affordable rental options serve a meaningful share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Houma Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 641 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Of the 3 HUD-assisted properties in Houma tracked by Lease Lantern, 1 is located in a high-risk flood zone -- an important factor to consider when evaluating a home's safety and stability.

Getting Around Houma

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Houma rates 68 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 60 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited public transit options typical of this region.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 24 public schools across 2 districts serve Houma, including 13 elementary, 5 middle, 4 high schools, and 2 other schools. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Renting in Houma

The median household income in Houma is $58,194 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $1,058 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs would otherwise exceed a manageable share of their income. Houma has 3 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 86 units tracked on Lease Lantern.

• Median household income: $58,194/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $1,058/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 28% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Houma sits in coastal south Louisiana, and flood risk is a real consideration here. Of the 3 HUD-assisted properties tracked on this page, all 3 have been mapped to a FEMA flood zone, and 1 is classified as high-risk. Renters should review the specific flood zone designation for any property they are considering and ask about flood insurance requirements before signing a lease.