Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Youngstown

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Youngstown is $728 and the median household income is $34,408 annually, reflecting a tight budget for many residents. About 44% of households rent, and the 16 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in the city -- totaling 1,281 units -- can offer meaningful relief for cost-burdened renters.

Safety

According to the Youngstown Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Youngstown had a violent crime rate of 690 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how crimes are reported and defined locally.

Getting Around Youngstown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Youngstown has a Walk Score of 21 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 24 out of 100. Most errands and trips will require a car. No Transit Score was available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 39 schools across 14 districts serve Youngstown, including 19 elementary, 7 middle, 12 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Youngstown, OH

The median household income in Youngstown is $34,408 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Affordable and income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters here, as eligibility limits are typically tied to local income levels.

The median asking rent across all rentals in Youngstown is $728 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. HUD-assisted and income-restricted units may offer rents below this figure depending on household income and program type.

• Median household income: $34,408/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $728/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 44% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing properties tracked: 16 buildings, 1,281 total units

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 16 assisted properties in Youngstown 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.