Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Annapolis

Affordability in Annapolis, MD

The median gross rent in Annapolis is $1,860 per month, against a median household income of $113,860 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). About 38% of Annapolis residents rent their homes, meaning demand for income-restricted units is a real factor in this market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Annapolis Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 806 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Annapolis

The area around assisted properties in Annapolis scores 75 (Very Walkable), 40 (Some Transit), and a Bike Score of 78 out of 100, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 19 public schools across 1 district serve Annapolis, including 12 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Annapolis, MD

The median household income in Annapolis is $113,860 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent across all rentals in the city is $1,860 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data, which can make market-rate housing a stretch for lower- and moderate-income renters.

HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Annapolis set rents based on your household income rather than market rates, which can offer meaningful savings compared to that citywide median.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 10 HUD-assisted properties in Annapolis have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.