Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lewistown

Affordability in Lewistown, MT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Lewistown is $1,007 per month, and the median household income is $48,750 annually. About 44% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter presence in this small Montana city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lewistown Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 644 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Lewistown have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Lewistown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lewistown scores 79 out of 100 (Very Walkable), meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. The Bike Score for the same area is 42 out of 100, indicating some biking infrastructure is present.

No Transit Score is available for Lewistown, which is typical for smaller Montana cities where public transit options are limited.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 8 schools across 5 districts serve Lewistown, including 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Lewistown, MT

The median household income in Lewistown is $48,750 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,007 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Lewistown can offer meaningful savings for renters who qualify. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are typically set as a percentage of area median income rather than at market rates.

• Median household income: $48,750/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,007/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 44% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment

All 3 affordable housing properties in Lewistown have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property data.