"Public housing districts" can be substituted with a variety of terms, depending on the context. For example, they could be referred to as "affordable housing developments," "low-income housing communities," or "government-subsidized housing complexes." In certain areas, they may be known as "housing projects" or simply "projects." Alternately, they may be grouped under the term "social housing," which encompasses a variety of housing options available to individuals with lower incomes. Regardless of the term used, public housing districts aim to provide stable, affordable housing to individuals and families who might struggle to afford market-rate housing.