Median Income
$41,172
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$44,700
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.3%
81% lower than US avg
How Dodson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population156
Median Age77.4 yrs
Density918/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,172
Per Capita$16,034
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$227M
Housing
A+
Home Value$44,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation2,283 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 45%
CommuteN/A
Broadband60.0%
Libraries2
Is Dodson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dodson receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dodson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dodson is $41,172, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dodson is $44,700, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Dodson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Dodson has a population of 156 with a density of 918 people per square mile. The median age is 77.4 years, 99% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.3%), with 39.7% Hispanic.
Population
77.4yrs
Median Age
99% 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 Dodson is $41,172, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,172 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $16,034 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,375 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 204 |
| County GDP | $227M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,160 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.07% |
The median home value in Dodson is $44,700, 84% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $44,700 |
| 84% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,160 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.07% |
In Dodson, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dodson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 18,542/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Dodson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Dodson has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.4 inches |
| 65% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,283 ft (696 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 918/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3953°N, 108.2472°W |
| County FIPS | 30005 |