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Dodge Center, MN
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Dodge Center, MN
At a Glance
How Dodge Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dodge Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dodge Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dodge Center residents earn a median household income of $77,552 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,375. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 502 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dodge Center is $175,900 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $282,212. Median rent is $955/month, with 20.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Dodge Center reports 66 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,104/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Dodge Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dodge Center has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.