Cost of Living in Dodge City, KS
Population: 27,652 • 2026 Data
$67,958
Median Household Income
-12% vs national
$982
Median Monthly Rent
-27% vs national
$122,800
Median Home Value
-64% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Dodge City
The median home value in Dodge City, KS is $122,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $982, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $913.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Dodge City, KS is $67,958. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 14,284 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.