Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Cleveland

Affordability in Cleveland, TN

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Cleveland is $1,034, set against a median household income of $58,559 per year. With 52% of residents renting their homes, affordable and income-based housing options play an important role in the local market.

Safety

According to the Cleveland Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Cleveland had a violent crime rate of 441 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.

Getting Around Cleveland

The assisted properties in Cleveland score 61 (Somewhat Walkable) on the Walk Score scale, with a Bike Score of 40, according to Walk Score. No Transit Score is available for this area, so most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Schools

Cleveland is served by 26 schools across 2 districts -- including 17 elementary, 3 middle, and 6 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living and Rent in Cleveland, TN

The median household income in Cleveland is $58,559 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $1,034 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Cleveland can significantly reduce that cost burden. The 15 HUD-assisted properties in the city cover 973 units where rents are tied to income limits rather than market rates.

Environmental Exposure

All 15 HUD-assisted properties in Cleveland were mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure among subsidized housing here is minimal.