Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Belle Fourche

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Belle Fourche is $983 per month, the median household income is $65,071 per year, and renters make up 35% of occupied households. These figures provide context for understanding how assisted housing in the city compares to the broader local market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Belle Fourche Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 151 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Belle Fourche were assessed for flood risk; none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Belle Fourche

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Belle Fourche scores 50 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable), with a Bike Score of 41. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller rural cities. Residents should expect to rely primarily on a personal vehicle for most trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 5 schools across 1 district serve Belle Fourche, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high school, and 1 other. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check the schools assigned to any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Belle Fourche

The median household income in Belle Fourche is $65,071 per year, and the median gross rent is $983 per month, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs exceed what their income comfortably supports.

About 35% of Belle Fourche residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The 3 HUD-assisted properties in the city offer a combined 88 income-restricted units for eligible households.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 3 assisted properties in Belle Fourche have been mapped for flood zone data, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property flood data.