Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Pawtucket

Affordability in Pawtucket

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Pawtucket is $1,208 per month and the median household income is $68,310 per year. Roughly 50% of Pawtucket residents rent their homes, reflecting a city where affordable housing options play an important role in the local market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Pawtucket Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 306 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Pawtucket

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Pawtucket scores 82 (Very Walkable), 50 (Good Transit), and a Bike Score of 43.

• Walk Score: 82 - Very Walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot.
• Transit Score: 50 - Good Transit. Transit is convenient for many trips.
• Bike Score: 43. Some biking infrastructure is available.

Schools

Pawtucket is served by 18 public schools across 3 districts -- including 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Renting in Pawtucket

The median household income in Pawtucket is $68,310 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The citywide median rent is $1,208 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Pawtucket can offer significant savings for eligible renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are typically set as a percentage of household income or capped based on area median income limits, rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $68,310/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,208/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 50% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing units tracked: 1,718 across 24 properties in Pawtucket

Environmental Exposure

All 24 assisted properties in Pawtucket were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.