Median Income
$60,909
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$209,600
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
55.1%
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
22.4%
522% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Dodge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population49
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female82% / 18%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans42.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$60,909
Per Capita$31,710
Unemployment22.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,335M
Housing
A+
Home Value$209,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation925 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+55.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3
Is Dodge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dodge receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dodge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dodge is $60,909, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dodge is $209,600, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Dodge is a highly educated community — 55.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Dodge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Dodge has a population of 49 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (73.5%), with 26.5% White.
Population
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Dodge is $60,909, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,909 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,710 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 22.4% |
| 522% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 942 |
| County GDP | $1,335M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 87 |
| Healthcare | 83 |
| Retail | 149 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.81% |
The median home value in Dodge is $209,600, 26% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $209,600 |
| 26% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,794 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.81% |
In Dodge, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dodge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,171/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 83 |
Crime Rates: Dodge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Dodge has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5789°N, 94.6385°W |
| County FIPS | 40041 |