Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Morristown

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Morristown is $47,917 annually, while the median gross rent is $882 per month. About 45% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizeable renter community that can benefit from the income-restricted housing options available in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Morristown Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 778 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

On flood risk, none of the 8 HUD-assisted properties in Morristown are mapped in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Morristown

The area around assisted properties in Morristown scores 75 (Very Walkable) and 47 for Bikeability, according to Walk Score. No Transit Score is available, so residents who do not drive should confirm local bus or ride options directly before committing to a unit.

Schools

Morristown is served by 15 public schools across 1 district -- including 9 elementary, 3 middle, 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 applying.

Cost of Living in Morristown, TN

The median household income in Morristown is $47,917 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $882 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Morristown can offer significant savings for qualifying renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are set based on area income limits rather than market rates, so your actual cost will depend on your household size, income, and the specific program at each property.

• Median household income: $47,917/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $882/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 45% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-based units available: 249 across 8 properties in Morristown

Environment

All 8 affordable housing properties in Morristown have been mapped for flood risk. None of them fall in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.