Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Middletown

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median household income in Middletown is $57,102 and the median gross rent is $1,007 per month. With 46% of residents renting, affordable and income-restricted housing plays an important role in the local market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Middletown 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 local definitions.

Getting Around Middletown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Middletown rates 35 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 21 (Minimal Transit) for public transit, and 38 for bikeability. Most errands and commutes will likely require a personal vehicle.

Schools

Middletown is served by 18 schools across 7 districts, including 10 elementary, 3 middle, and 5 high schools, 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 Middletown, OH

The median household income in Middletown is $57,102 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $1,007 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs exceed what their budget can comfortably support. Middletown has 10 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 421 units across the city.

• Median household income: $57,102/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,007/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 46% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Assisted properties in Middletown: 10
• Total assisted units: 421

Environment and Flood Risk

All 10 affordable housing properties in Middletown have been mapped for flood exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a positive sign for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.