Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Wisconsin Rapids

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Wisconsin Rapids is $888 per month, median household income is $55,253 per year, and renters make up 44% of occupied housing units. These figures help put the cost of income-restricted housing in context for households weighing their options in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer data reported by the Wisconsin Rapids Police Department, the city had a violent crime rate of 538 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 Wisconsin Rapids

According to Walk Score, the areas around assisted properties in Wisconsin Rapids score 55 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 52 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available, which is common in smaller cities where fixed-route service is limited. Residents should plan for a personal vehicle for most errands.

Schools

Wisconsin Rapids is served by 11 public schools across 1 district -- including 8 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Wisconsin Rapids

The median household income in Wisconsin Rapids is $55,253 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $888 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Wisconsin Rapids can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a household budget. Eligibility for HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties is typically tied to the Area Median Income (AMI) for Wood County, which HUD sets and updates annually.

• Median household income: $55,253/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $888/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 44% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 6 assisted properties in Wisconsin Rapids have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Renters at these properties face low flood exposure based on available FEMA flood mapping data.