Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Carthage

Affordability in Carthage, MO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Carthage is $975 per month and the median household income is $51,328 per year. Nearly half of Carthage residents -- 47% -- are renters, reflecting a strong local rental market where income-based housing options can make a real difference.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Carthage Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 186 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Carthage

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Carthage earns a Walk Score of 52 ("Somewhat Walkable") and a Bike Score of 45. No Transit Score is available, which suggests limited or no formal public transit service in the area.

• Walk Score: 52 -- Somewhat Walkable
• Bike Score: 45
• Transit Score: Not available

Residents without a car may want to confirm access to specific destinations before signing a lease, as walkability and bikeability are moderate and public transit options appear limited.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 11 public schools serve Carthage within 1 district, including 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings and programs vary by school, so renters should check which schools are assigned to a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Carthage, MO

The median household income in Carthage is $51,328 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Nearly half of Carthage residents rent their homes -- 47% of households are renters, per the same source.

The citywide median rent is $975 per month (Census ACS 5-Year). Subsidized housing in Carthage can offer significant savings for income-qualified renters, as rents at HUD-assisted and income-based properties are set based on household income rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $51,328/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $975/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 47% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environmental Exposure

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Carthage have been mapped for flood risk. None of them fall within a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure for renters at these properties.