Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Salisbury

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Salisbury is $1,071 per month and the median household income is $53,716 per year, with 48% of residents renting their homes. Lease Lantern tracks 17 HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties totaling 1,112 units in the city, offering income-qualified renters alternatives below typical market rates.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Salisbury Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 963 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Salisbury

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Salisbury has a Walk Score of 10 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 18, reflecting that most errands and trips require a vehicle. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 15 public schools serve Salisbury across 1 district, including 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 5 high schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check which schools are assigned to a specific address before deciding.

Cost of Renting in Salisbury, NC

The median household income in Salisbury is $53,716 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $1,071 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Salisbury can significantly reduce that cost burden. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are set based on income limits rather than market rates, making them an important option for renters in the area.

• Median household income: $53,716/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,071/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 48% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing inventory: 17 properties with 1,112 total units listed in Salisbury

Environmental Exposure

All 17 HUD-assisted properties in Salisbury were mapped for flood risk. None fall within a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.