Dodge City

Dodge City, Kansas Overview

Dodge City scores 52.2/100 overall (C+), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Kansas — below the state composite of 59.3. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Livability lags at 30/100.

Income & Employment in Dodge City

The median household income in Dodge City is $67,958, 3% below the statewide median of $69,747. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 3.3%. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Dodge City

Dodge City reports 381.4 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 360 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1349.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dodge City

The median home value is $122,800. Median monthly rent is $982. Renters spend 17.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dodge City

The adult obesity rate in Dodge City is 39.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.7%. Residents report an average of 17.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Kansas ranks #29 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dodge City

Dodge City has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 21.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,558. The city has 11 public schools serving 7,181 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dodge City

Dodge City enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.2°F. Summers average 76.8°F. Winters average 36.5°F. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches.

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