Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Grafton

Affordability in Grafton, WV

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Grafton is $512 and the median household income is $40,402 per year, with renters making up about 24% of occupied housing units. Grafton's 3 HUD-assisted and income-based properties offer an important option for residents seeking housing within reach of those income levels.

Safety

The Grafton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to FBI Crime Data Explorer. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and population size.

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Grafton have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Grafton

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Grafton has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, described as Car-Dependent. No Transit Score or Bike Score is available for this area. Residents should plan to rely on a personal vehicle for most errands and trips.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 3 schools across 1 district serve Grafton -- 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Grafton, WV

The median household income in Grafton is $40,402 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median monthly rent across the city is $512, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Affordable and income-based housing can make a meaningful difference here. Rent at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties is typically capped as a percentage of a household's income, keeping costs predictable for eligible renters.

• Median household income: $40,402/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $512/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of renter households: 24% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Grafton have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None of the 3 fall within a high-risk flood zone, suggesting low flood exposure across the city's affordable housing inventory.