Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Huntington

Affordability in Huntington, WV

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Huntington is $912 and the median household income is $45,100 per year. Nearly half of residents -- 47% -- are renters, reflecting strong demand for rental housing in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Huntington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 800 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

None of the 20 HUD-assisted properties in Huntington are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone, based on available flood map data.

Getting Around Huntington

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Huntington earns a Walk Score of 84 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 76. No Transit Score is available in the current data.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 17 public schools across 2 districts serve Huntington, including 10 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools. Quality and resources vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Renting in Huntington, WV

The median household income in Huntington is $45,100 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The citywide median rent is $912 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing can help renters whose costs would otherwise strain a limited budget. Huntington has 20 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 1,045 units across the city.

• Median household income: $45,100/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $912/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 47% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing properties: 20 buildings, 1,045 total units

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 20 assisted properties in Huntington were mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood data for this inventory.