Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Port Orchard

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Port Orchard is $1,797 per month and the median household income is $89,795, with renters making up 38% of households. Port Orchard has 5 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties offering 262 total affordable units, which can provide meaningful relief for renters priced out of the open market.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Port Orchard Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 388 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how jurisdictions classify and report offenses.

Getting Around Port Orchard

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Port Orchard scores 49 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), meaning most errands require a car. The Bike Score for the same area is 41 out of 100, reflecting some cycling infrastructure but limited overall bikeability.

No Transit Score is available for this area. Residents without a vehicle may want to confirm bus routes and service frequency before committing to a unit.

Schools

Port Orchard is served by 18 schools across 2 districts -- including 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools -- according to the NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Port Orchard, WA

The median household income in Port Orchard is $89,795 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent sits at $1,797 per month, which can be a significant burden for lower-income households.

Affordable and income-based housing can help bridge that gap. Port Orchard has 5 income-restricted properties with a combined 262 units -- offering rents tied to your income rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $89,795/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,797/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 38% of Port Orchard residents rent (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 assisted properties in Port Orchard have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a positive sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.