Affordable & Income-Based Housing in York

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in York is $862 per month and the median household income is $63,265 per year. About 31% of York residents rent their homes, giving affordable housing options here a meaningful role in the local market.

Safety

According to the York Police Department's FBI Crime Data Explorer reported figures, York had a violent crime rate of 195 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.

Getting Around York

According to Walk Score, the area around York's assisted properties scores 59 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 47. No Transit Score is available, which reflects that York is a small city without a formal public transit network.

• Walk Score: 59 - Somewhat Walkable
• Bike Score: 47

Most errands and commutes in York rely on a personal vehicle. Residents without a car may want to confirm proximity to groceries, medical offices, and employers before applying.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 4 public schools serve York across 1 district, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in York, NE

The median household income in York is $63,265 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median monthly rent across the city is $862, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in York can help renters whose earnings fall below area income limits. HUD-assisted and LIHTC rents are typically set as a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI), so your actual rent in one of these programs may be well below the citywide median.

• Median household income: $63,265/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $862/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 31% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in York have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None of them fall in a high-risk flood zone, suggesting low flood exposure across the city's affordable housing stock.