Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Nashua

Affordability in Nashua, NH

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Nashua is $1,737, while the median household income is $96,326 annually. About 44% of Nashua residents are renters, reflecting a sizable local rental market where income-restricted housing can provide meaningful relief.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Nashua Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 165 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Of the 19 HUD-assisted properties in Nashua mapped for flood risk, none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Nashua

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Nashua earns a Walk Score of 70 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 71. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Nashua is served by 25 schools across 3 districts, including 16 elementary, 4 middle, 4 high schools, and 1 other, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Nashua, NH

The median household income in Nashua is $96,326 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,737 per month, which can make finding an affordable unit challenging for lower-income renters.

The 19 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Nashua offer 967 units at rents tied to your income rather than the open market, helping bridge that gap for eligible households.

Environmental Exposure

All 19 HUD-assisted properties in Nashua 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.