Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Wheeling

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Wheeling is $794, with a median household income of $48,590 annually. About 40% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that may benefit from the city's 11 income-based and HUD-assisted properties covering 838 units.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Wheeling Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 975 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.

Of the 11 HUD-assisted properties in Wheeling, 1 is located in a high-risk flood zone based on flood map data.

Getting Around Wheeling

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Wheeling has a Walk Score of 9 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 15, reflecting that most errands and trips will require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 15 public schools across 2 districts serve Wheeling, including 8 elementary, 5 middle, 1 high school, and 1 other school. Ratings and offerings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Wheeling, WV

The median household income in Wheeling is $48,590 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Affordable and income-based housing can be a meaningful option for renters whose incomes fall below area limits.

The median monthly rent across all rental housing in Wheeling is $794, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. HUD-assisted and income-restricted units may offer rents below this figure, depending on household income and program type.

• Median household income: $48,590/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $794/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 40% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing inventory: 11 HUD-assisted properties with 838 total units in Wheeling

Environmental & Flood Exposure

Of the 11 HUD-assisted properties mapped for flood risk in Wheeling, 1 falls within a high-risk flood zone. The remaining 10 properties carry minimal flood exposure based on available flood mapping data.