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How much do affordable housing development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for affordable housing development in the United States is $76,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is affordable housing development?

Affordable housing development refers to the process of planning, financing, constructing, and managing housing projects that are priced to be accessible to low- and moderate-income individuals or families. These developments often involve partnerships between government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private developers to ensure that housing costs do not exceed a certain percentage of residents' income. Affordable housing projects typically utilize subsidies, tax credits, and other financial tools to lower costs and increase availability. The goal is to provide safe, decent, and stable homes for people who might otherwise be unable to afford market-rate housing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an affordable housing development professional?

To thrive in Affordable Housing Development, you need expertise in real estate finance, project management, and knowledge of housing policies, typically supported by a degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Familiarity with financial modeling tools, LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) program compliance, and development management software is essential. Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills help professionals navigate complex partnerships and community needs. These capabilities are crucial to successfully delivering sustainable, compliant, and impactful affordable housing projects.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in affordable housing development, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Affordable Housing Development often encounter challenges such as complex regulatory requirements, securing adequate funding, and balancing community needs with project feasibility. Navigating multiple layers of local, state, and federal regulations can be time-consuming, so staying organized and maintaining strong communication with regulatory agencies is essential. Additionally, building partnerships with non-profits, government agencies, and private investors can help overcome funding gaps and facilitate successful project completion. Proactive community engagement and transparent communication also play a key role in addressing neighborhood concerns and building support.
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Infographic showing various Affordable Housing Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,173 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

Affordable Housing Finance Consultant

Guidehouse

New York, NY

$74K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Support client engagements focused on affordable housing finance, program design, policy implementation, and operational improvement.

  • Evaluate affordable housing development proposals, including LIHTC projects, and develop financial analyses such as budgets, pro formas, and underwriting models.

  • Assist with transactions and project due diligence, including review of development, financing, and regulatory documentation.


Guidehouse rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 72 rated business consultants


Job description

Job Family:

Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse works with state and local housing agencies, public housing authorities, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and other missiondriven clients to design, implement, and improve affordable housing programs. As a Consultant, you will support client engagements focused on affordable rental housing finance, program design, policy implementation, and operational improvement.

You will work as part of a project team and contribute to highimpact client work, including:

  • Supporting affordable housing finance and program implementation engagements for publicsector clients
  • Evaluating affordable housing development proposals, including 4% and 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects
  • Developing and analyzing project budgets, sources and uses, financial pro formas, and underwriting models
  • Conducting feasibility analyses, benefitcost analyses, and subsidy layering reviews
  • Assisting with transactions and project due diligence, including review of development, financing, closing package deliverables, land use, and regulatory documentation.
  • Supporting client use of HOME, CDBG, ARPA, and other public funding sources
  • Researching and interpreting HUD regulations (24 CFR), Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs), and program guidance
  • Developing supporting deliverables such as memos, reports, tools, templates, Standard Operating Procedures, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis and synthesizing findings into clear, clientready outputs
  • Supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including interviews, workshops, and coordination with partner agencies with a focus on affordable housing financial products for a variety of loan execution types. This includes coordination with development, legal, lending, and compliance teams
  • Managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables in coordination with project leadership


What You Will Need:

  • Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
  • 1+ (ONE) years of experience in affordable housing finance, real estate lending, underwriting, LIHTC development, housing finance agency programs, community development finance, or public-sector housing program administration, including experience evaluating affordable housing transactions and financial feasibility
  • Experience supporting affordable housing development, finance (ex. underwriting, lending, origination) or program implementation projects
  • Experience working with public-sector organizations, housing authorities, housing finance agencies, community development organizations, or affordable housing developers.
  • Experience with different project types including workforce, mixed-income, rehabilitation, and permanent supportive housing
  • Experience participating in one or more phases of affordable housing transactions, including application review, underwriting, due diligence, entitlement, financing, closing, construction monitoring, or asset management
  • Experience developing and analyzing affordable housing development budgets, sources and uses statements, operating pro formas, cash flow projections, and debt sizing analyses
  • Experience analyzing, underwriting, developing, financing, or administering affordable housing developments utilizing 4% and/or 9% LIHTCs
  • Understanding of QAPs, equity pricing, tax credit structuring, and affordable housing capital stacks
  • Familiarity with the development process (entitlement, subsidy review, underwriting, due diligence, and closing) for affordable housing transactions
  • Working knowledge of HUD multifamily programs and relevant federal regulations
  • Advanced Excel skills including financial modeling, scenario analysis, pivot tables, lookup functions, and sensitivity testing
  • Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a consulting environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • No sponsorship available for this position
  • Must reside within a 50-mile radius of a Guidehouse office with a focus on the following offices: Boston, MA; Austin, TX; Sacramento, CA; Richmond, VA; Tyson's Corner, VA New York City, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Master's degree in a related field
  • Certification or training in rental housing finance
  • Experience with housingrelated data analysis, monitoring, or evaluation
  • Exposure to syndication, underwriting, or housing finance software systems
  • Experience with GIS platforms, such as ArcGIS, and data visualization tools such as Power BI

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The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.


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