Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Green River

Affordability in Green River, WY

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Green River is $921 per month, and the median household income is $84,747 per year. About 23% of households rent their homes, reflecting a predominantly owner-occupied community where income-restricted units can be especially valuable for renters who qualify.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Green River Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 228 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction definitions.

Getting Around Green River

According to Walk Score, the area around the assisted properties in Green River has a Walk Score of 50 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 29. No transit score is available, reflecting the limited public transportation typical of smaller Wyoming cities. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car.

Schools

Green River is served by 7 schools across 1 district, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools, according to the NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Green River, WY

The median household income in Green River is $84,747 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median asking rent in the city is $921 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

For renters who qualify, HUD-assisted and income-based housing can offer significant savings below market-rate rents. Green River has 1 affordable housing property with 56 income-restricted units available in the city.

• Median household income: $84,747/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $921/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 23% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

Neither of the assisted units in Green River are mapped in a FEMA flood zone, and none are identified as high-risk. Flood exposure for HUD-assisted housing here is effectively zero based on available flood data.