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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in North Sioux City

North Sioux City, SD has a small but notable affordable housing presence, with 4 income-based properties totaling 114 units. Of the 2 properties with recorded inspection scores, both rated excellent, pointing to well-maintained conditions across the local affordable inventory. This guide covers what renters need to know about finding and evaluating income-based housing in this community.

4
Properties
114
Total units
100/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability

Affordability

Median rent, median household income, and renter household share figures are not available for North Sioux City in the Census ACS data at this time. The city has a small stock of HUD-assisted rental housing, with 2 properties and 42 total units serving income-qualified renters.

Census ACS
🛡️ Safety
197 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the North Sioux City Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 197 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that 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 1 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around North Sioux City

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in North Sioux City has a Walk Score of 1 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 25. Residents should plan on having access to a personal vehicle for most daily trips.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
4 schools · 1 districts

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 4 schools across 1 district serve North Sioux City, including 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living

Cost of Renting in North Sioux City, SD

North Sioux City has a small inventory of HUD-assisted rental housing, with 2 income-based properties covering 42 total units. Because the available inventory is limited, eligible renters may want to explore nearby communities for additional options.

Specific income limits and rent amounts for these properties are set by HUD and vary by household size. Contact a property directly or visit HUD's official resources to confirm current eligibility thresholds and affordable rent levels.

  • HUD-assisted properties: 2
  • Total affordable units: 42
BEA / BLS
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment

Both HUD-assisted properties in North Sioux City have been flood-mapped, but neither falls in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD flood data.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 100/100(2 of 4 scored)
90+ (2)No score (2)

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A Closer Look at North Sioux City Affordable Housing

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