Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Hattiesburg

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Hattiesburg is $1,005, against a median household income of $46,342 per year. With 63% of residents renting, affordable and income-based housing options play an important role in this community.

Safety

According to the Hattiesburg Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Hattiesburg had a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

For flood risk, none of the 12 HUD-assisted properties in Hattiesburg are mapped in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Hattiesburg

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Hattiesburg scores a 37 out of 100, rated Car-Dependent, meaning most errands require a car. A Bike Score of 49 out of 100 suggests some biking infrastructure is present. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 19 public schools across 3 districts serve Hattiesburg, including 12 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 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 Hattiesburg

The median household income in Hattiesburg is $46,342 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent citywide is $1,005 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters in this market. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are generally tied to a percentage of your income or capped based on local income limits, rather than set at market rate.

• Median household income: $46,342/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,005/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 63% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units available in Hattiesburg: 731 across 12 properties

Environment and Flood Risk

All 12 HUD-assisted properties in Hattiesburg have been mapped for flood exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.