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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Crossville

Crossville has 15 affordable and income-based rental properties totaling 374 units across the city. Of the 7 properties with inspection scores on record, 6 earned an excellent rating, signaling well-maintained housing stock. With a median market rent of $815 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based options here can offer meaningful savings for eligible renters.

15
Properties
374
Total units
96/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$815/mo

Affordability in Crossville, TN

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Crossville is $815 and the median household income is $48,802. Nearly half of residents -- 49% -- are renters, reflecting strong demand for rental housing in the area.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
646 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to the Crossville Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Crossville had a violent crime rate of 646 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

On the flood risk side, none of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Crossville are mapped to a high-risk flood zone.

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🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 62 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Crossville

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Crossville scores 62 out of 100, described as Somewhat Walkable, with a Bike Score of 44 out of 100. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited public transit typical of smaller Tennessee cities. Residents should plan to rely primarily on a personal vehicle for most errands and commutes.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
9 schools · 1 districts

Schools

Crossville is served by 9 public schools across 1 district -- including 6 elementary and 3 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 housing decision.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$48,802 median income

Cost of Living in Crossville, TN

The median household income in Crossville is $48,802 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $815 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Crossville can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a limited budget. Eligibility limits for HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are typically set as a percentage of the area median income, so local income levels directly affect what rents and income thresholds apply.

  • Median household income: $48,802/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median gross rent: $815/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Renter households: 49% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment

All 7 assisted properties in Crossville have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for HUD-assisted housing here is low.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 96/100(7 of 15 scored)
90+ (6)70–89 (1)No score (8)

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A Closer Look at Affordable Housing in Crossville

Crossville offers a small but notably well-maintained portfolio of HUD-assisted housing, with 7 properties and 111 total units -- 6 of the 7 scored properties rated excellent based on HUD inspection data. None of the mapped properties fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring baseline for renters weighing long-term stability.

About half of Crossville residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The city's median household income is $48,802 and the median rent is $815 per month, giving helpful context for how assisted housing fits into the broader local market.

Crossville has 9 public schools across 1 district -- 6 elementary and 3 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Families with children will find options within the city without needing to travel far.

Getting around on foot or by bike is possible but not seamless. Walk Score rates Crossville 62 ("Somewhat Walkable") and gives it a bike score of 44, suggesting a car remains helpful for most daily errands.

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