Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Klamath Falls

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Klamath Falls is $46,693 annually, while the median gross rent is $986 per month. With 51% of residents renting, affordable and income-based housing options play an important role in the local market.

Safety

The Klamath Falls Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 484 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Klamath Falls

The area around assisted properties in Klamath Falls scores well for walking and biking, with more limited public transit options, according to Walk Score. Scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

• Walk Score: 74 - Very Walkable - most errands can be accomplished on foot.
• Transit Score: 26 - Some Transit - a few transit options are available.
• Bike Score: 87 - biking is a very convenient option for most trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 19 public schools across 2 districts serve Klamath Falls, including 10 elementary, 3 middle, and 6 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Living

The median household income in Klamath Falls is $46,693 per year, and the median rent across all rentals is $986 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Income-based housing in the city can significantly reduce that cost burden for qualifying renters.

• Median household income: $46,693/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $986/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 51% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

With more than half of households renting, access to the 197 income-restricted units across 5 HUD-assisted properties in Klamath Falls can make a meaningful difference for budget-conscious renters.

Environment

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Klamath Falls have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.