Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Springfield

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Springfield is $1,144, median household income is $52,656 per year, and renters make up 50% of households. With 5,767 HUD-assisted and income-based units across 55 properties, Springfield has a substantial stock of subsidized housing that can help bridge the gap between market rents and what many residents can afford.

Safety

According to the Springfield Police Department's FBI-reported data, Springfield had a violent crime rate of 892 per 100,000 residents in 2024 (FBI Crime Data Explorer). Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Springfield

According to Walk Score, the areas around assisted properties in Springfield average a Walk Score of 82 (Very Walkable), a Transit Score of 58 (Good Transit), and a Bike Score of 60. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Springfield is served by 71 schools across 8 districts, including 37 elementary, 15 middle, and 18 high schools, plus 1 other, 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 deciding.

Cost of Living & Affordability

The median household income in Springfield is $52,656 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent citywide is $1,144 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Income-based housing can make a significant difference here. HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties tie rent to a percentage of your income or to local income limits, which may result in costs well below the citywide median rent.

• Median household income: $52,656/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,144/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 50% of Springfield residents rent (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 5,767 across 55 properties

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 55 HUD-assisted properties in Springfield were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring baseline for renters concerned about flood exposure.