Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Branson

Affordability in Branson, MO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Branson is $961 and the median household income is $51,978. Just over half of Branson residents -- 52% -- are renters, making access to affordable housing a meaningful concern for much of the community.

Lease Lantern tracks 3 HUD-assisted or income-based properties in Branson, offering a combined 110 units of income-restricted rental housing.

Safety

According to the Branson Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Branson had a violent crime rate of 478 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

For flood risk, none of the 3 HUD-assisted properties in Branson are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD property data.

Getting Around Branson

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Branson has a Walk Score of 30 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 11, reflecting the city's hilly terrain and limited pedestrian infrastructure. No Transit Score is available, and most errands and trips will require a personal vehicle.

Schools

Branson is served by 8 schools across 2 districts -- including 3 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Branson, MO

The median household income in Branson is $51,978 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median monthly rent across all rentals in the city is $961, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing can make a meaningful difference for renters in Branson. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are typically tied to a percentage of your household income rather than the open market rate.

• Median household income: $51,978/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $961/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 52% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable housing properties tracked by Lease Lantern: 3 buildings, 110 total units

Environmental Exposure

All 3 affordable housing properties in Branson have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to HUD-assisted property flood data.