Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Uniontown

Affordability in Uniontown, PA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Uniontown is $35,454 annually, while the median rent is $774 per month. With 54% of residents renting their homes, income-based and subsidized housing options play an important role in the local rental market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer data reported by the Uniontown Police Department, Uniontown had a violent crime rate of 836 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 9 HUD-assisted properties in Uniontown were mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone according to flood hazard data.

Getting Around Uniontown

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Uniontown has a Walk Score of 68 ("Somewhat Walkable") and a Bike Score of 39, meaning some errands can be done on foot but cycling options are limited. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 13 schools across 4 districts serve Uniontown, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Uniontown, PA

The median household income in Uniontown is $35,454 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median gross rent of $774 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), affordable and income-based housing can make a real difference for renters here.

Roughly 54% of Uniontown residents rent their homes (Census ACS 5-Year), meaning the majority of households are navigating the rental market. Income-restricted units in the city are tied to area median income limits set by HUD, which can help keep monthly costs manageable for qualifying renters.

• Median household income: $35,454/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $774/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of renter households: 54% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties in Uniontown: 9 buildings, 779 total units

Environmental Exposure

All 9 assisted properties in Uniontown have been mapped for flood risk. None carry a high-risk flood designation, suggesting low flood exposure across the city's affordable housing stock.