Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lynn

Affordability

Lynn has a median household income of $75,043 and a median gross rent of $1,722 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). With 52% of residents renting rather than owning, the city has a strong majority-renter population, and the 21 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties here -- totaling 2,421 income-restricted units -- provide an important resource for households seeking below-market housing.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lynn Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Lynn

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lynn rates 95 (Walker's Paradise), a Transit Score of 48 (Some Transit), and a Bike Score of 58.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 28 public schools across 2 districts serve Lynn, including 19 elementary, 3 middle, and 6 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Lynn, MA

The median household income in Lynn is $75,043 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent in the city is $1,722 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

For renters who qualify, the 2,421 income-restricted units across Lynn's 21 HUD-assisted and affordable properties can offer significant savings compared to market-rate rents in the area.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 21 HUD-assisted properties mapped for flood risk in Lynn, 2 fall within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 19 properties carry no high-risk flood designation based on available flood mapping data.