Dodge City, KS Cost of Living


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Dodge City cost of living score
74.7
Less expensive
25.3% lower
than the US average
10.1% lower
than the Kansas average
Dodge City, 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.

Dodge City, KS

Housing costs in Dodge City?
A typical home costs $163,000, which is 51.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.0% less expensive than the average Kansas home, at $194,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dodge City costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.5% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Dodge City?
To live comfortably in Dodge City, Kansas, a minimum annual income of $31,320 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dodge City?
Dodge City, KS, is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in the city is 7% lower than the national average and 3% lower than the state average. Housing costs are particularly low, with the median home price being about $130,000 and rent averaging around $700 per month. The overall cost of groceries and utilities in Dodge City is also relatively low compared to other cities in Kansas. Additionally, local restaurants offer a variety of moderately priced meals for all budgets. Residents can also take advantage of a number of free activities such as outdoor parks and trails which makes life even more affordable in Dodge City.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDodge CityKansasUnited States
  74.783.1100.0
  93.593100
  113.8103.9100.0
  41.960.8100.0
  $163,000$194,100$338,100
  99.3%104.4%100.0%
  64.279.3100.0
  88.894.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

We went to Dodge City on a job interview and liked the place until we got down to talking with the realtor. I don't know where they came up with the median housing cost,  More

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Over 16 years ago

Pros: 1. Low crime rate 2. Extremely low cost of living and housing 3. Affordable place to live 4. Old Western town atmosphere Cons: 1. Very poor school  More

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