Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Mount Airy

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Mount Airy is $725 per month and the median household income is $40,275 per year, with renters making up 45% of households. These figures can help you gauge how assisted and income-based housing options in the area compare to the broader local market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Mount Airy Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 312 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

None of the 10 HUD-assisted properties in Mount Airy are located in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood map data.

Getting Around Mount Airy

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Mount Airy has a Walk Score of 73 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 32. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited public transit typical of smaller North Carolina cities.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 11 public schools across 3 districts serve Mount Airy, including 5 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 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 Mount Airy, NC

The median household income in Mount Airy is $40,275 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median asking rent of $725 per month across the broader market, housing costs here are relatively modest compared to many North Carolina cities.

Affordable and income-based housing can reduce that burden further. Rent at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties is typically capped as a percentage of your household income, making these 161 units across 10 properties in Mount Airy an important resource for renters with limited budgets.

• Median household income: $40,275/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $725/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 45% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 10 assisted properties in Mount Airy have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a positive sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.