Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Salisbury

Affordability

Salisbury has a median household income of $58,576 and a median gross rent of $1,318 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). With 73% of residents renting, affordable housing options in the city serve a large share of the community.

Safety

According to the Salisbury Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Salisbury had a violent crime rate of 970 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how crimes are reported and defined.

For flood risk, 1 of the 12 HUD-assisted properties in Salisbury is mapped in a high-risk flood zone. Renters may want to ask property managers about flood insurance requirements and building preparedness.

Getting Around Salisbury

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Salisbury rates 62 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking, 23 (Minimal Transit) for public transit, and 50 for bikeability. These scores reflect conditions near the 12 assisted properties in the city, and individual locations may vary.

Schools

Salisbury is served by 15 public schools across 1 district, including 9 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Renting in Salisbury, MD

The median household income in Salisbury is $58,576 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $1,318 per month, which means income-restricted housing can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

Salisbury has 12 income-based properties covering 969 units, including HUD-assisted and LIHTC developments. Rents at these properties are tied to area income limits rather than market rates.

• Median market rent: $1,318/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $58,576/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 73% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 12 HUD-assisted properties in Salisbury, 1 falls within a high-risk flood zone according to flood mapping data. The remaining 11 properties are mapped but carry lower flood risk designations. Renters interested in that one higher-risk property may want to ask about flood insurance requirements and building-level mitigation measures.