Fort Dodge, KS Cost of Living


0 Reviews



Download our custom City Report to see exclusive
data on cost of living, crime, climate, and more.

Fort Dodge cost of living score
74.7
Less expensive
25.3% lower
than the US average
10.1% lower
than the Kansas average
Fort Dodge, Kansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 25.3% lower than the U.S. average and 10.1% higher than the average for Kansas.

Fort Dodge, KS

Housing costs in Fort Dodge?
A typical home costs $127,200, which is 62.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.5% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Dodge costs $890 per month, which is 37.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 9.0% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Fort Dodge?
To live comfortably in Fort Dodge, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $24,480 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Dodge?
Fort Dodge, KS is an affordable place to live due to its low cost of living. The median home value is around $55,000, significantly lower than the national average of over $200,000. Additionally, Kansas has some of the lowest property taxes in the nation, making it especially attractive for those hoping to save money on housing costs. Utilities such as electricity and water are also comparatively cheaper than in many other states. On top of that, food and transportation costs are very reasonable in Fort Dodge. All these factors make it a great place for those looking for an affordable cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort DodgeKansasUnited States
  74.783.1100.0
  87.793100
  113.8103.9100.0
  11.960.8100.0
  $127,200$194,100$338,100
  99.3%104.4%100.0%
  65.679.3100.0
  89.094.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Crime
Compare Fort Dodge, KS cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Fort Dodge, Kansas to any other city in the US.