Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Ozark

Affordability in Ozark, AL

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Ozark is $694 and the median household income is $48,944, with renters making up 35% of occupied housing units. These figures help put the cost of assisted housing in context for households exploring income-based options in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Ozark Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 446 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Ozark

No Walk Score, Transit Score, or Bike Score data is available for the assisted properties in Ozark. As a small city in southeast Alabama, most residents rely on personal vehicles for daily errands and commuting.

Schools

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

Cost of Living in Ozark, AL

The median household income in Ozark is $48,944 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median gross rent is $694 per month, also from the Census ACS 5-Year estimate, which is well below national averages and reflects the relatively affordable cost of renting in this small Alabama city.

Affordable and income-based housing in Ozark can lower your monthly rent further, with eligibility typically tied to a percentage of the area median income (AMI). Lease Lantern currently tracks 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties with 95 total units in Ozark.

Environment

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Ozark have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone.