Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Martinsburg

Affordability in Martinsburg, WV

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Martinsburg is $1,150 per month and the median household income is $59,555 per year. Just over half of residents -- 52% -- are renters, meaning demand for affordable units is significant.

Martinsburg has 7 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 502 units, which can offer rents well below the local market rate for eligible households.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Martinsburg Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction boundaries.

On the flood risk side, none of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in Martinsburg are mapped in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Martinsburg

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Martinsburg rates 54 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking and 55 for biking -- meaning some errands can be done on foot and basic bike infrastructure exists. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Martinsburg is served by 19 schools across 1 district -- including 12 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Martinsburg, WV

The median household income in Martinsburg is $59,555 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median rent across all rental housing in the city is $1,150 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing in Martinsburg is designed to keep monthly costs below market rate. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are calculated as a percentage of your income, so your actual payment will depend on your household size and earnings -- not the market median.

• Median household income: $59,555/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,150/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 52% of occupied units in Martinsburg (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable units tracked by Lease Lantern: 502 across 7 properties

Environment & Flood Risk

All 7 assisted properties in Martinsburg have been mapped for flood zone exposure. None carry a high-risk flood designation, which is a positive indicator for renters concerned about flood-related disruptions or insurance requirements.