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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Ontario

Ontario, OR has 11 affordable and income-based rental properties totaling 360 units across the city. Of the 4 properties with inspection scores on record, 2 rated excellent and 2 rated good -- a strong overall picture for renters seeking quality assisted housing. The median market rent in Ontario is $804 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, making income-based options especially valuable here.

11
Properties
360
Total units
88/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$804/mo

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Ontario is $804 per month and the median household income is $46,308 per year. About 44% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter population in the city.

Ontario has 5 income-restricted properties totaling 186 units, offering HUD-assisted and other affordable options for renters who qualify.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
529 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to the Ontario Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Ontario had a violent crime rate of 529 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

None of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Ontario are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property data.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 68 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Ontario

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Ontario scores 68 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 64 out of 100. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page, not the city as a whole.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
9 schools · 3 districts

Schools

Ontario is served by 9 schools across 3 districts -- including 3 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high schools, and 2 other campuses -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$46,308 median income

Cost of Renting in Ontario, OR

The median household income in Ontario is $46,308 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. With a median asking rent of $804 per month, housing assistance can make a meaningful difference for renters in this market.

Affordable and income-based housing in Ontario is spread across 5 properties totaling 186 units. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are tied to household income or local income limits, not the open market rate.

  • Median household income: $46,308/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $804/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Share of households that rent: 44% (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Assisted properties in Ontario: 5 properties, 186 units
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

None of the 5 HUD-assisted properties tracked in Ontario are mapped in a FEMA flood zone, and none carry a high-risk flood designation. Flood exposure appears to be a low concern for renters at these specific properties based on available flood data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 88/100(4 of 11 scored)
90+ (2)70–89 (2)No score (7)

11 properties on the map

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Your rights & resources

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About Affordable Housing in Ontario, OR

Ontario is a small city in eastern Oregon near the Idaho border, with 5 HUD-assisted or income-based properties totaling 186 units. Of the 4 properties with inspection scores, 2 rated excellent and 2 rated good, and none fell into fair or poor territory.

According to Census ACS 5-Year data, the median monthly rent in Ontario is $804, the median household income is $46,308 per year, and 44 percent of households rent their homes.

According to Walk Score, Ontario scores 68 (Somewhat Walkable) and 64 for bikeability, suggesting many errands and trips are manageable on foot or by bike.

According to NCES Common Core of Data, Ontario is served by 3 school districts with 9 public schools, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high, and 2 other schools.

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, Ontario Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 529 per 100,000 residents in 2024.

None of the 5 properties in Ontario are mapped in a high-risk flood zone based on available flood data.

Eligibility & how to apply

Oregon income limits (2026)Oregon public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Oregon

Helpful guides

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