Affordable & Income-Based Housing in White Plains

Affordability

White Plains has a median asking rent of $2,269 per month and a median household income of $110,763, with 49% of residents renting their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). In a city where market-rate rents are high, the 887 income-restricted units across 9 HUD-assisted properties can offer meaningful relief for income-qualifying renters.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the White Plains Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 111 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.

All 9 HUD-assisted properties in White Plains have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around White Plains

The area around assisted properties in White Plains scores well for getting around without a car, according to Walk Score.

• Walk Score: 93 - Walker's Paradise. Most errands can be done on foot.
• Transit Score: 63 - Good Transit. Many trips are possible by public transit.
• Bike Score: 51. Biking is an option for some trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 10 schools across 3 districts serve White Plains, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living

White Plains is a high-cost rental market. The median asking rent is $2,269 per month and the median household income is $110,763 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Affordable and income-based housing can make a significant difference here. The 887 income-restricted units across 9 HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in White Plains offer rents tied to your income rather than the open market rate.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 9 affordable housing properties in White Plains have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure is not a significant concern for the HUD-assisted inventory in this city.