Dodge City, AL

Alabama

Dodge City is a small town in Alabama with a population of 549. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
549 Population 159/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $28,704 per capita
$122,800 Home Value $218,321 Zillow
$783 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,800 home value, $783/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

How Dodge City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population549
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$28,704
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$4,285M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,800
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,321
Housing Units242
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking14.9%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation642 ft (196 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute34 min
Broadband71.8%
Libraries6

Is Dodge City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dodge City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dodge City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dodge City is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dodge City is $122,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dodge City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dodge City has a population of 549 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

549
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dodge City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dodge City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dodge City is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dodge City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,704
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$69,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,308
County GDP$4,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare215
Retail361
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,036
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dodge City is $122,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,321.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,321

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,036
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Dodge City, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dodge City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death11,853/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access47.1%
Healthcare Facilities215
Dodge City has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.0 inches
55% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates34.0433°N, 86.8855°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.5-point margin. 71.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.9%
D 9.4%

Winner: Republican by 80.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities215
Restaurants143
Retail Stores361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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