How much does it cost to rent in Ozark, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ozark, AL is $1,350. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ozark cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Ozark is among the more affordable cities in Alabama, ranking #48 out of 70 cities at $1,350/mo.

When was Ozark rent data last updated?

Ozark rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Ozark

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Pop. 14,327·48th most expensive in Alabama·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,350/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+12.5%

vs US Median

-$615

Rising (Monthly)

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Ozark · $1,350

More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,350/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$54,000/yr

Local median income

$48,944/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ozark's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$670

1 BR

$680

2 BR

$860

3 BR

$1,210

4 BR+

$1,330

Research median

$860/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,200/yr

At $1,350/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +12.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ozark, AL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,327

Median income

$48,944

Median age

43.1

Renters

35.1%

Age distribution

22.4%

17.7%

25.1%

12.4%

22.4%

Under 1822.4%

18–3417.7%

35–5425.1%

55–6412.4%

65+22.4%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

58.1%

32.4%

White58.1%

Black32.4%

Hispanic5.5%

Asian0.7%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

27.9%

42.7%

18.3%

No HS diploma11%

HS diploma27.9%

Some college42.7%

Bachelor's+18.3%

Housing tenure

64.9%

35.1%

Owner64.9%

Renter35.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Ozark, AL has changed in 5 years

Income

$44,014 → $48,944

up 11.2%

Population

14,396 → 14,327

down 0.5%

Renter share

39.1% → 35.1%

-4.0 pts

Bachelor's+

18.3% → 18.3%

+0.0 pts

Median age

41 → 43.1

+2.1 yrs

Median household income climbed from $44,014 to $48,944 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.2% shift. The renter share has eased from 39.1% to 35.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ozark on your salary?

At $1,350/mo, how Ozark rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 24.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 10.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Ozark rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ozark. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ozark

About renting in Ozark, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ozark is $1,350/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $860/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $680/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,210/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($48,944/yr), Ozark ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ozark an affordable city for renters?

Ozark is considered moderate for renters. At $1,350/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($48,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ozark slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ozark?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,350/mo in Ozark. The local median household income is $48,944/yr, meaning the typical Ozark household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ozark?

Rent in Ozark has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Ozark rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Ozark is one of the more affordable cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #48 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,350/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ozark?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ozark ($1,350/mo): Daleville ($958/mo), Troy ($1,017/mo), Dothan ($1,207/mo).

What percentage of Ozark residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.1% of Ozark households are renters, while 64.9% are owner-occupied. Ozark leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.