Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Kalispell

Affordability in Kalispell

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Kalispell is $1,078 and the median household income is $63,415 annually. About 45% of Kalispell residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the income-based and HUD-assisted housing options available in the city.

Safety

The Kalispell Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 293 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to FBI Crime Data Explorer. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Kalispell

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Kalispell scores 73 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 51. No Transit Score is available, reflecting limited public transit options in this part of Montana.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 24 public schools across 9 districts serve Kalispell, including 13 elementary, 7 middle, and 4 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check which schools are assigned to any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Kalispell

The median household income in Kalispell is $63,415 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The citywide median rent is $1,078 per month across all rental units, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Kalispell can offer significant savings for renters who qualify. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are set based on income limits rather than market rates, making them a meaningful option in this market.

• Median household income: $63,415/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,078/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 45% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 8 affordable housing properties in Kalispell have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 1 property falls within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 7 properties carry low or minimal flood exposure based on available flood mapping data.