Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Layton

Affordability in Layton, UT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Layton is $102,480 annually, while the median gross rent is $1,538 per month. About 27% of Layton households rent their homes, reflecting a predominantly owner-occupied market where income-restricted housing can be especially valuable for renters seeking affordable options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Layton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 136 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Layton

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Layton rates 45 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 29 (Some Transit) for transit, and 41 for bikeability. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Schools

Layton is served by 23 schools across 5 districts, including 13 elementary, 4 middle, and 5 high schools, plus 1 other, 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 in Layton

The median household income in Layton is $102,480 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,538 per month, which gives helpful context for the savings that income-restricted housing can offer eligible renters.

About 27% of Layton households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, meaning affordable rental options serve a meaningful share of the community.

• Median household income: $102,480/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,538/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 27% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Of the 7 affordable housing properties mapped in Layton, 1 falls within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 6 properties carry low or minimal flood risk according to flood zone mapping data.