Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Rockville

Affordability

Rockville has a median asking rent of $2,274 per month and a median household income of $128,649, with 47% of residents renting their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). Against that market backdrop, the 1,150 income-restricted units across Rockville's 8 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties offer a meaningful alternative for renters who qualify.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Rockville Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 152 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 Rockville

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Rockville rates 74 (Very Walkable), a Transit Score of 49 (Some Transit), and a Bike Score of 55. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties, not the city as a whole.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 35 schools across 1 district serve Rockville, including 21 elementary, 6 middle, and 8 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Renting in Rockville, MD

Rockville's median household income is $128,649 and its median asking rent is $2,274 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. For renters who qualify, the 1,150 income-restricted units across 8 HUD-assisted properties in the city can offer significant savings below market rate.

• Median monthly rent (all units): $2,274 (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $128,649 (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 47% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units tracked by Lease Lantern: 1,150 across 8 properties

Environment and Flood Risk

All 8 assisted properties in Rockville have been mapped for flood zone status, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for HUD-assisted housing here is low.