Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Manchester

Affordability

Manchester has a median monthly rent of $1,564 and a median household income of $81,007, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). With 51% of residents renting, the city has a strong renter majority, and its 20 HUD-assisted and income-based properties -- totaling 1,096 units -- provide an important source of below-market housing.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Manchester Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 339 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Manchester

The assisted properties in Manchester score 92 (Walker's Paradise) on Walk Score, meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. The area also earns a Bike Score of 56, indicating some biking infrastructure is available, according to Walk Score. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Manchester is served by 30 schools across 8 districts, including 15 elementary, 6 middle, 7 high, and 2 other schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Manchester, NH

The median household income in Manchester is $81,007 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median asking rent of $1,564 per month in the city, income-based housing programs can make a significant difference for renters whose earnings fall below area limits.

Lease Lantern tracks 20 affordable and income-based rental properties in Manchester, covering 1,096 units across HUD-assisted, Section 8, and LIHTC programs. Rent in these properties is tied to your income or a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI), not the open market rate.

• Median household income: $81,007/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,564/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 51% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 20 HUD-assisted properties in Manchester were mapped for flood risk. None fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters considering these buildings.