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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Aberdeen

Affordable Housing in Aberdeen, SD

Aberdeen has 17 income-based rental properties offering 639 units across the city. Of the 7 properties with inspection scores on record, all rated good or excellent, and none of the mapped properties carry high flood risk. With a median market rent of $762 per month according to Census ACS 5-Year data, income-based housing here can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

17
Properties
639
Total units
91/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$762/mo

Affordability in Aberdeen, SD

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Aberdeen is $762 per month, and the median household income is $64,405 per year. About 38% of Aberdeen residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial base of renters who may benefit from the city's assisted housing options.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
275 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Aberdeen Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 residents in 2024. 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 76 · Very Walkable

Getting Around Aberdeen

According to Walk Score, the areas around Aberdeen's assisted properties average a Walk Score of 76 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 83. No Transit Score is available, reflecting Aberdeen's limited fixed-route public transit options.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
12 schools · 2 districts

Schools

Aberdeen is served by 12 schools across 2 districts, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high schools, and 1 other campus, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$64,405 median income

Cost of Living

The median household income in Aberdeen is $64,405 and the median monthly rent is $762, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Income-based housing in the city is designed to keep rent affordable relative to what residents earn.

Aberdeen has 7 income-restricted properties offering 291 total units across HUD-assisted and LIHTC programs. Rent in these properties is tied to income limits set by HUD, not to local market rates.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 7 affordable housing properties in Aberdeen have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood risk data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 91/100(7 of 17 scored)
90+ (3)70–89 (4)No score (10)

17 properties on the map

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Aberdeen Affordable Housing Overview

Aberdeen has 7 HUD-assisted or income-based properties offering 291 total units. All 7 properties have inspection scores on file, with 3 rated excellent and 4 rated good -- and none rated fair or poor.

Flood Risk

All 7 mapped properties in Aberdeen fall outside high-risk flood zones, according to HUD-assisted property data.

Rent Context

The citywide median rent is $762 per month, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate (as of 2024). About 38% of Aberdeen households rent their homes, per the same source.

Income Context

The median household income in Aberdeen is $64,405 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate (as of 2024).

Getting Around

Aberdeen scores 76 (Very Walkable) and 83 for biking, according to Walk Score, suggesting many errands and trips can be handled on foot or by bike.

Public Safety

Aberdeen had a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 residents in 2024, as reported by the Aberdeen Police Department to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Schools

Aberdeen is served by 2 school districts with 12 public schools total -- including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Eligibility & how to apply

South Dakota income limits (2026)South Dakota public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in South Dakota

Helpful guides

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