Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Flint

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Flint is $915 per month and the median household income is $37,646 per year, meaning housing costs can take up a significant share of a typical resident's budget. About 46% of Flint households are renters, reflecting strong demand for affordable rental options in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Flint Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,267 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how jurisdictions define and report offenses.

Getting Around Flint

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Flint rates 35 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 32 (Some Transit) for transit, and 32 for bikeability. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 56 schools across 19 districts serve Flint, including 21 elementary, 6 middle, and 29 high schools. Ratings and quality vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Flint, MI

The median household income in Flint is $37,646 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a modest budget.

The citywide median rent is $915 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Rent at HUD-assisted and income-based properties is typically calculated as a percentage of your household income, which can result in significantly lower monthly payments.

• Median household income: $37,646/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $915/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 46% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-based units tracked by Lease Lantern: 2,790 across 20 properties in Flint

Environment and Flood Risk

All 20 HUD-assisted properties in Flint were mapped for flood zone exposure. None of them fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to that flood zone assessment.