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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Washington

Washington, PA has 13 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 742 units. Of the 9 properties with inspection scores on file, 6 earned excellent ratings and 3 rated good -- a strong overall picture for renters considering this city. With a median rent of $910 per month (Census ACS 5-Year) and 55 percent of residents renting, affordable housing options here serve a significant share of the local community.

13
Properties
742
Total units
91/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$910/mo

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Washington is $910 per month, and the median household income is $52,975 per year. Renters make up 55% of occupied households, reflecting strong demand for rental housing in the city.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
740 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Washington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 740 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.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 79 · Very Walkable

Getting Around Washington, PA

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Washington scores 79 out of 100 (Very Walkable), meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. The Bike Score for the same area is 36 out of 100, reflecting some biking infrastructure but with limitations. No Transit Score was available. Scores are cited from Walk Score and reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
11 schools · 3 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 11 public schools across 3 districts serve Washington, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$52,975 median income

Cost of Renting in Washington, PA

The median household income in Washington is $52,975 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $910 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Washington can help renters whose income falls below area limits. Rent in HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties is typically calculated as a percentage of household income, making it lower than market-rate rents for qualifying residents.

  • Median household income: $52,975/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median gross rent: $910/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Share of residents who rent: 55% (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment and Flood Risk

All 9 HUD-assisted properties in Washington have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood hazard data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 91/100(9 of 13 scored)
90+ (6)70–89 (3)No score (4)

13 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Washington, PA

Washington, PA is a majority-renter city -- according to Census ACS 5-Year data, 55 percent of households rent -- with a median household income of $52,975 and a median market rent of $910 per month, making subsidized options especially valuable here for residents stretching a budget.

Lease Lantern tracks 9 HUD-assisted or income-based properties across Washington, covering 600 total units. All 9 properties have been scored, and 6 of them earn an Excellent rating, with the remaining 3 rated Good -- a strong overall picture for renters seeking quality assisted housing.

Flood Risk

Of the 9 mapped properties, none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property data -- a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.

Getting Around

Washington scores 79 (Very Walkable) and 36 for bikeability according to Walk Score, suggesting most day-to-day errands can be handled on foot for residents near the city center.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, Washington is served by 3 school districts with 11 public schools -- including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools.

Public Safety

The Washington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 251 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Eligibility & how to apply

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

Helpful guides

How Section 8 Vouchers WorkWhat Is Income-Based Housing?How to Apply for Affordable HousingSection 8 vs. LIHTCUnderstanding HUD Inspection ScoresHow Affordable Housing Waitlists Work
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