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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Augusta

Affordable Housing in Augusta, ME

Augusta has 17 income-based rental properties with 767 total units, giving Maine's capital city a meaningful range of options for cost-conscious renters. Of the 11 properties with inspection scores on record, 7 earned an excellent rating, a strong indicator of overall housing quality here.

17
Properties
767
Total units
90/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$919/mo

Affordability in Augusta, ME

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Augusta is $919 and the median household income is $47,979. About 46% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing options.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
261 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Augusta Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 261 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and methodology.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 69 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Augusta

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Augusta scores 69 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 60 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
9 schools · 3 districts

Schools

Augusta is served by 9 schools across 3 districts -- including 4 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high schools, and 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 any specific address they are considering.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$47,979 median income

Cost of Living in Augusta, ME

The median household income in Augusta is $47,979 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent is $919 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year, which means housing costs can take a significant share of a typical household budget -- making income-restricted housing an important resource for many residents.

Augusta has 13 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties offering a combined 602 units across the city, providing options for renters who qualify based on income.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment

All 13 assisted properties in Augusta have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD flood data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 90/100(11 of 17 scored)
90+ (7)70–89 (3)<60 (1)No score (6)

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Affordable Housing in Augusta, ME

Augusta, Maine's state capital, is home to 13 HUD-assisted or income-based properties offering a combined 602 units of affordable housing. Of the 11 properties with inspection scores on file, 7 earned an excellent rating and 3 earned a good rating, with just 1 rated poor -- a strong overall picture for renters evaluating housing quality. According to HUD inspection data, none of the 13 mapped properties carry a high flood risk.

The broader rental market context helps frame affordability here. The median monthly rent in Augusta is $919 and the median household income is $47,979, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024). Roughly 46 percent of Augusta residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter community in this city.

Getting Around Augusta

Augusta scores a 69 (Somewhat Walkable) and a bike score of 60, according to Walk Score. Residents can manage some errands on foot or by bike, though a car is helpful for many trips.

Public Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024), the Augusta Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 261 per 100,000 residents.

Schools

Augusta is served by 3 school districts operating 9 public schools -- including 4 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 other -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

A Closer Look at Augusta

Eligibility & how to apply

Maine income limits (2026)Maine public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Maine

Helpful guides

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