Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Ada

Affordability in Ada, OK

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Ada is $894 per month and the median household income is $53,507 per year. With 55% of residents renting rather than owning, demand for affordable options is significant -- and Ada's 5 income-restricted properties offering 152 units provide an important resource for cost-conscious renters.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Ada Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 468 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how agencies classify and report crimes.

Of the 5 HUD-assisted properties in Ada tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a FEMA-designated high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Ada

According to Walk Score, the area around Ada's assisted properties scores 60 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 40 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller cities without a fixed-route transit network. Residents should plan for car use for most errands.

Schools

Ada is served by 16 schools across 4 districts -- including 7 elementary, 5 middle, and 4 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 before applying.

Cost of Living in Ada, OK

The median household income in Ada is $53,507 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $894 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Affordable and income-based housing in Ada is designed to serve renters whose incomes fall below area median thresholds, with rents typically calculated as a percentage of household income rather than at market rate.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 5 affordable housing properties in Ada have been mapped for flood risk. None carry a high-risk flood zone designation, which is a reassuring sign for renters concerned about flood exposure.