Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lowell

Affordability

Lowell has a median household income of $78,658 and a median gross rent of $1,625 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). With 57% of residents renting their homes, the city has a strong renter majority, making access to income-based and HUD-assisted housing an important resource for many households.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lowell Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 532 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Lowell

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lowell rates a 95 (Walker's Paradise), a Transit Score of 61 (Good Transit), and a Bike Score of 51. These scores reflect walkability, public transit access, and bikeability near the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing.

Schools

Lowell is served by 29 schools across 4 districts, including 17 elementary, 7 middle, and 5 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Lowell, MA

The median household income in Lowell is $78,658 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,625 per month, according to the same source.

With 57% of residents renting (Census ACS 5-Year), Lowell is a majority-renter city. The 1,781 income-restricted units across 20 HUD-assisted properties in Lowell can offer significant savings compared to market-rate rents.

Environment

All 20 HUD-assisted properties in Lowell have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.