Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Hermiston

Affordability in Hermiston, OR

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Hermiston is $1,088, with a median household income of $66,998 annually. About 38% of Hermiston residents are renters, reflecting a mix of owners and renters in this mid-size Oregon city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Hermiston Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 318 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.

Of the 6 HUD-assisted properties in Hermiston mapped for flood risk, none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Hermiston

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Hermiston rates 56 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 42 out of 100. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited fixed-route transit typical of smaller Oregon cities.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 9 public schools across 1 district serve Hermiston, including 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Renting in Hermiston

The median household income in Hermiston is $66,998 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median rent across all rentals in the city is $1,088 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Income-based housing in Hermiston is designed to keep monthly costs below market rate. Rents at HUD-assisted and tax credit properties are calculated as a percentage of your income or set at reduced fixed rates based on area income limits.

• Median household income: $66,998/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,088/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 38% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 210 across 6 properties

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Hermiston have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None of them fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood-related displacement or insurance requirements.