Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Westerly

Affordability in Westerly, RI

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Westerly is $1,260 per month, the median household income is $95,207 annually, and renters make up 29% of occupied households. These figures provide context for understanding the local rental market alongside the income-restricted housing options listed below.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Westerly Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Westerly mapped for flood risk, none fall in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Westerly

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Westerly scores 84 (Very Walkable), 13 (Minimal Transit) for public transit, and 46 for biking. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties, not the city as a whole.

• Walk Score: 84 - Very Walkable
• Transit Score: 13 - Minimal Transit
• Bike Score: 46

Residents who rely on public transportation should plan accordingly, as transit options in this area are limited. Access to daily errands on foot is generally strong.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools across 1 district serve Westerly, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Renting in Westerly, RI

The median household income in Westerly is $95,207 and the median rent is $1,260 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. About 29% of households in Westerly rent their homes.

Income-based and HUD-assisted housing can make renting here more accessible. Rent in these programs is typically capped as a percentage of your household income rather than set at market rates.

• Median household income: $95,207 (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,260/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 29% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 295 across 5 properties

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 assisted properties in Westerly have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone.