Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Camden

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Camden is $40,546 per year, while the median gross rent is $1,226 per month. About 66% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a city where affordable housing options are especially important to the community.

Safety

According to the Camden County Police Department's FBI Crime Data Explorer data for 2024, Camden's violent crime rate was 1,381 per 100,000 residents. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Camden

According to Walk Score, the area around Camden's assisted properties scores a 47 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, a 60 (Good Transit) for transit, and a 50 for bikeability.

• Walk Score: 47 - Car-Dependent
• Transit Score: 60 - Good Transit
• Bike Score: 50

These scores reflect the typical conditions around the 16 assisted properties in Camden and may vary by specific address.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 23 public schools across 8 districts serve Camden, including 11 elementary and 11 high schools, and 1 middle school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Camden, NJ

The median household income in Camden is $40,546 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent in the city is $1,226 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data, which can make market-rate housing a significant financial stretch for many residents.

Income-based and HUD-assisted housing in Camden can help bridge that gap. Rents at these properties are typically calculated as a percentage of your household income rather than set at market rates, which helps keep housing costs manageable.

• Median household income: $40,546/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $1,226/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 66% of Camden residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Assisted units available: 2,317 across 16 HUD-assisted properties in the city

Environment and Flood Risk

All 16 HUD-assisted properties in Camden have been mapped for flood exposure. Of those, 3 are located in high-risk flood zones. If you are considering a property in Camden, it is worth asking the landlord or property manager whether flood insurance is required and what steps the building takes to address flood-related risks.