Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Brookings

Affordability in Brookings, SD

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Brookings is $889 per month and the median household income is $63,493 per year. Just over half of residents -- 52% -- are renters, reflecting strong demand for rental housing in this college community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Brookings Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 85 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Brookings, none are located in a FEMA-mapped high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Brookings

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Brookings scores a 35 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 54 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available. Most daily errands will require a car, though biking is a practical option for some trips.

Schools

Brookings is served by 9 public schools across 1 district, including 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Brookings, SD

The median household income in Brookings is $63,493 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $889 per month, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Brookings can significantly reduce housing costs for eligible renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are typically tied to a percentage of the area median income rather than the open market rate.

• Median household income: $63,493/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $889/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter-occupied households: 52% of housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment

All 7 HUD-assisted properties in Brookings have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood mapping data.