Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Williston

Affordability in Williston

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Williston is $1,122 and the median household income is $79,381 per year. With 53% of residents renting, demand for affordable housing options is significant in this majority-renter city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Williston Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Williston tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Williston

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Williston scores 79 out of 100 (Very Walkable), with a Bike Score of 52 out of 100. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited public transit typical of smaller North Dakota cities. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Williston is served by 11 public schools across 1 district -- including 8 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Williston

The median household income in Williston is $79,381 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $1,122 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Income-based and HUD-assisted housing can help renters whose costs would otherwise exceed a manageable share of their income. Williston has 5 affordable housing properties with 156 total units tracked on Lease Lantern.

• Median household income: $79,381/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $1,122/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 53% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment and Flood Risk

All 5 affordable housing properties in Williston have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.