Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Decatur

Affordability in Decatur, AL

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Decatur is $896 per month and the median household income is $61,563 per year. About 37% of Decatur households rent their homes, reflecting a mix of owners and renters in the city.

Safety

According to the Decatur Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Decatur had a violent crime rate of 610 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdiction boundaries.

Getting Around Decatur

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Decatur has a Walk Score of 37 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 42. No Transit Score is available. Most errands and trips will require a car.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 23 public schools across 2 districts serve Decatur, including 12 elementary, 3 middle, and 8 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Decatur, AL

The median household income in Decatur is $61,563 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The citywide median rent is $896 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Income-based housing in Decatur is designed to keep rent affordable relative to what your household earns. The 8 HUD-assisted properties in the city offer 435 units with rents typically tied to a percentage of household income rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $61,563/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $896/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 37% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 8 affordable housing properties in Decatur have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 1 property sits in a high-risk flood zone. If flood exposure is a concern for your household, ask the property directly whether flood insurance or mitigation measures are in place.