Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Muskogee

Affordability in Muskogee

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Muskogee is $858 and the median household income is $50,213 per year. About 45% of Muskogee residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the city's assisted housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Muskogee Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,000 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Muskogee

According to Walk Score, the areas around assisted properties in Muskogee score 39 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 64 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available. Most errands will require a car.

Schools

Muskogee is served by 16 public schools across 3 districts, including 9 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 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 before applying.

Cost of Renting in Muskogee

The median household income in Muskogee is $50,213 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median market rent of $858 per month, income-based housing options in the city can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

• Median household income: $50,213/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $858/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 45% of occupied units in Muskogee (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units available: 385 income-based units across 8 HUD-assisted properties in the city

Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are based on household income and area median income limits, not market rates -- so your actual rent may be lower than the citywide median shown above.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 8 assisted properties in Muskogee 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.