Ozark

AL

Dale County, Alabama

Population 50K |Median income $54,963 |1 hospital

Population
49,599
Dale County
Median Income
$54,963
-19% vs avg
Median Home Value
$143,500
-37% vs avg
Median Age
37.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
50K-1%
Median Income
$54,963+22%
Median Home Value
$143,500+44%
Poverty Rate
18.7%+7%
Unemployment
6%-36%

Economics

Median Rent
$889/mo
Poverty Rate
18.7% +32% vs avg
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.4%
Work From Home 5%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 67.6%
African American 20.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
44.3%
Obesity
41.3%
Short Sleep Duration
38.9%
Physical Inactivity
31.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
Current Smoking
17.5%
Diabetes
15.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.8%
Binge Drinking
13.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 54.6%
Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.1%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
DALE MEDICAL CENTER
OZARK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Ozark Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ozark, AL? ▼
Ozark, AL has a population of 49,599 people, located in Dale County, Alabama.
What is the median household income in Ozark? ▼
The median household income in Ozark, AL is $54,963 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
What is the median home value in Ozark? ▼
The median home value in Ozark, AL is $143,500. Median rent is $889/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ozark? ▼
The top health indicators in Ozark include High Blood Pressure (44.3%), Obesity (41.3%), Short Sleep Duration (38.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ozark? ▼
Ozark has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ozark? ▼
The median age in Ozark, AL is 37.7 years. 20.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ozark, AL is located in Dale County, Alabama. With a population of 50K and a median household income of $54,963, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ozark area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dale County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.