Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bremerton

Affordability in Bremerton, WA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Bremerton is $1,641, set against a median household income of $74,940 per year. With 52% of residents renting their homes, assisted housing options in the city serve a large share of the local population.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Bremerton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 438 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that violent crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Bremerton

The area around assisted properties in Bremerton scores a 41 (Car-Dependent) for walkability, 28 (Some Transit) for transit, and 41 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Most daily errands are likely to require a car.

Schools

Bremerton is served by 23 schools across 4 districts, including 13 elementary, 2 middle, and 8 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings and offerings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Housing Costs in Bremerton, WA

The median household income in Bremerton is $74,940 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent in the city is $1,641 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, which helps illustrate the potential savings that income-based and HUD-assisted housing can offer eligible renters.

• Median household income: $74,940/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,641/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 52% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked on Lease Lantern: 362 across 6 properties

Environmental Risk

All 6 affordable housing properties in Bremerton have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.