Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Pontiac

Affordability in Pontiac, MI

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Pontiac is $1,063 and the median household income is $44,329 annually. With 53% of residents renting their homes, affordable housing options play an important role in the local market.

Pontiac has 17 income-based and HUD-assisted properties totaling 2,486 units, offering a range of subsidized options for renters who qualify.

Safety

According to the Pontiac Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Pontiac had a violent crime rate of 983 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

For flood risk, none of the 17 HUD-assisted properties in Pontiac are located in a high-risk flood zone based on current flood mapping data.

Getting Around Pontiac

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Pontiac has a Walk Score of 36 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 37. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will likely require a car.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 17 schools across 9 districts serve Pontiac, including 6 elementary, 1 middle, 9 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Pontiac, MI

The median household income in Pontiac is $44,329 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $1,063 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, which gives context to why affordable and income-based housing is in high demand here.

Pontiac has 17 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a total of 2,486 units, making subsidized housing a significant part of the local rental market. Approximately 53% of residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data.

• Median household income: $44,329/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median rent: $1,063/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 53% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing units tracked: 2,486 across 17 properties

Environment & Flood Risk

All 17 HUD-assisted properties in Pontiac have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None fall within a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring baseline for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.