Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Shawnee

Affordability in Shawnee, OK

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Shawnee is $936 and the median household income is $55,815. About 42% of Shawnee residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the income-based and HUD-assisted housing options available in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Shawnee Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 507 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Shawnee were mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Shawnee

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Shawnee scores 58 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 51 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Residents who do not own a car may want to confirm access to specific destinations before signing a lease.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 17 public schools across 6 districts serve Shawnee, including 10 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a housing decision.

Cost of Renting in Shawnee, OK

The median household income in Shawnee is $55,815 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median monthly rent across all rentals in the city is $936, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can significantly reduce that cost burden. Rent at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties is typically capped as a percentage of your household income, not tied to market rates.

• Median household income: $55,815/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $936/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 42% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable rental properties listed: 4 properties, 79 total units

Environmental Exposure

All 4 affordable housing properties in Shawnee have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone data.