Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lynchburg

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Lynchburg is $1,073 per month, and the median household income is $57,947 per year. About 51% of Lynchburg residents rent their homes, reflecting a majority-renter city where access to income-restricted housing can make a meaningful difference.

Safety

The Lynchburg Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 361 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Lynchburg

The area around assisted properties in Lynchburg scores a 76 (Very Walkable) for walkability, a 39 (Some Transit) for public transit, and a 38 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted housing locations specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

Lynchburg is served by 29 schools across 7 districts, including 14 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 8 other 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 in Lynchburg, VA

The median household income in Lynchburg is $57,947 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. Affordable and income-based housing in the city is typically priced well below the citywide median rent of $1,073 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), which can make subsidized units a significant source of savings for eligible renters.

• Median household income: $57,947/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Citywide median rent: $1,073/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 51% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

With more than half of Lynchburg households renting, competition for affordable units can be real. Exploring income-based properties listed here may help you find options with rents tied to your household income rather than market rates.

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 12 affordable housing properties in Lynchburg were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone data.