Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Saint Joseph

Affordability

Saint Joseph, MO has a range of HUD-assisted and income-based rental options, with 12 properties and 823 total units tracked on this site. Median rent, median household income, and renter share figures are not available in our current data for this city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the St. Joseph Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 740 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction definitions.

Getting Around Saint Joseph

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

Schools

School quality and assigned schools vary by address in Saint Joseph. Renters should look up the specific schools tied to any address they are considering, as ratings differ by school and district.

Cost of Living in Saint Joseph, MO

Saint Joseph is generally considered one of Missouri's more affordable mid-sized cities. Understanding local income levels can help renters gauge how far their budget may stretch when comparing housing options.

The DATA provided does not include a median household income figure for Saint Joseph. For current income estimates, renters can visit the U.S. Census Bureau or use HUD's income limit tables, which set eligibility thresholds for the assisted housing programs represented across Saint Joseph's 12 HUD-assisted properties and 823 total units.

• HUD-assisted properties in city: 12
• Total assisted units: 823
• Typical programs: Section 8, HUD-assisted, and LIHTC (income-based) housing

Rents at these properties are tied to your income or to area median income (AMI) limits set by HUD, not to the open market -- so your actual rent will depend on your household size, income, and the specific program at each property.

Environment & Flood Risk

None of the 12 HUD-assisted properties in Saint Joseph are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data. Flood exposure for this portfolio is effectively zero.