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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Pierre

Affordable Housing in Pierre, SD

Pierre has 11 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 286 units across the city. With a median market rent of $983 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), these income-based options can provide meaningful savings for eligible renters. Of the properties with available inspection data, most scored in the excellent range, a positive sign for housing quality.

11
Properties
286
Total units
82/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$983/mo

Affordability in Pierre, SD

The median monthly rent in Pierre is $983 and the median household income is $77,672, with renters making up 31% of occupied households, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). Pierre's 5 HUD-assisted and income-based properties, totaling 154 units, offer options for renters who qualify for below-market housing in this market.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
506 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Pierre Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 506 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 29 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Pierre

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Pierre has a Walk Score of 29 ("Car-Dependent") and a Bike Score of 26. Most daily errands will require a car, and cycling options are limited. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
6 schools · 2 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools across 2 districts serve Pierre, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$77,672 median income

Cost of Living in Pierre

The median household income in Pierre is $77,672 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent citywide is $983 per month, per the same source.

Income-based and HUD-assisted housing in Pierre ties rent to a percentage of your household income, which can make it significantly more affordable than market-rate units for qualifying renters.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Pierre have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 82/100(3 of 11 scored)
90+ (2)60–69 (1)No score (8)

11 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Pierre, SD

Pierre, South Dakota's state capital, has a small but active affordable housing inventory. Lease Lantern currently tracks 5 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with a combined 154 units across the city.

Property Conditions

Of the 3 properties with scored HUD inspection data, 2 rated excellent and 1 rated fair, with an average score of 82 -- a generally encouraging picture for renters considering this market.

Flood Risk

All 5 tracked properties have been mapped against FEMA flood zone data. None carry a high flood risk designation, which is a reassuring baseline for renters evaluating long-term stability.

Rents and Income Context

The citywide median rent is $983 per month and the median household income is $77,672 annually, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimates (as of 2024). About 31% of Pierre households are renters.

Getting Around

Pierre scores 29 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 26 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Renters should plan around personal vehicle access for most daily trips.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024), the Pierre Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 506 per 100,000 residents for the most recent annual period on record.

Schools

Pierre is served by 2 school districts operating 6 public schools -- including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school -- 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

How Section 8 Vouchers WorkWhat Is Income-Based Housing?How to Apply for Affordable HousingSection 8 vs. LIHTCUnderstanding HUD Inspection ScoresHow Affordable Housing Waitlists Work
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