Affordable & Income-Based Housing in West Jordan

Affordability in West Jordan

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in West Jordan is $1,757 and the median household income is $108,153 annually. About 23% of households in the city are renters, meaning affordable rental options serve a smaller but meaningful share of the community.

West Jordan has 3 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with 181 total units, offering income-qualified renters an alternative to market-rate prices.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the West Jordan Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 300 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around West Jordan

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in West Jordan rates 70 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking, 37 (Some Transit) for public transit, and 50 for biking.

Schools

West Jordan is served by 35 schools across 8 districts, including 18 elementary, 5 middle, and 11 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 West Jordan

The median household income in West Jordan is $108,153 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent citywide is $1,757 per month, which helps illustrate why income-based housing options can make a real difference for renters here.

• Median household income: $108,153/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,757/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 23% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Affordable and income-based units in West Jordan can offer rents well below the citywide median, with eligibility typically tied to a percentage of the Area Median Income set by HUD.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 3 affordable housing properties in West Jordan have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure for renters considering these homes.