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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Papillion

Papillion has 11 affordable and income-based housing properties totaling 661 units. With a median market rent of $1,269 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), these income-based options can offer meaningful savings for qualifying renters. All 5 properties with inspection scores on record earned an excellent rating, signaling well-maintained housing stock across the city.

11
Properties
661
Total units
96/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,269/mo

Affordability

Papillion has a median household income of $111,679 and a median gross rent of $1,269 per month, with renters making up about 26% of households, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). The 5 HUD-assisted properties in the city offer an important resource for renters seeking below-market options in this predominantly owner-occupied community.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
34 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Papillion Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 34 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and methodology.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 49 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Papillion

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Papillion scores 49 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 0 (No Nearby Transit) for transit, and 43 for bikeability. A personal vehicle is strongly recommended for most daily errands and commuting.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
17 schools · 2 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 17 public schools across 2 districts serve Papillion, including 13 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings and performance vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$111,679 median income

Cost of Living

The median household income in Papillion is $111,679 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. About 26% of residents rent their homes.

The citywide median rent is $1,269 per month (Census ACS 5-Year). Income-based and HUD-assisted housing in Papillion can offer significantly lower monthly costs for eligible renters, with rents tied to household income rather than market rates.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 affordable housing properties in Papillion have been mapped for flood risk. None carry a high-risk flood designation, suggesting low overall flood exposure across the city's assisted housing stock.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 96/100(5 of 11 scored)
90+ (5)No score (6)

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A Closer Look at Affordable Housing in Papillion

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