Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Cincinnati

Affordability in Cincinnati

Cincinnati has a median household income of $52,909 and a median gross rent of $1,001 per month, with 60% of residents renting their homes, according to the Census ACS 5-Year (2024). Lease Lantern tracks 134 income-restricted properties with 10,699 assisted units across the city, giving renters a broad range of affordable options to explore.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Cincinnati Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 855 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 Cincinnati

The area around Cincinnati's assisted properties scores a 58 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability, a 49 (Some Transit) for transit access, and a 30 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Cincinnati is served by 179 schools across 44 districts, including 106 elementary, 19 middle, 49 high schools, and 5 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

Cincinnati's median household income is $52,909 and the median gross rent is $1,001 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. About 60% of Cincinnati residents rent their homes, reflecting a city where rental housing is the norm for a large share of households.

HUD-assisted and income-based housing can offer significant savings for eligible renters. Cincinnati has 134 affordable properties totaling 10,699 units across the city.

Environmental & Flood Exposure

All 134 HUD-assisted properties in Cincinnati were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property flood data.