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El Dorado, KS

Kansas · Butler County · Wichita Metro

El Dorado is a small city in Kansas with a population of 12,882. Residents earn $54,828 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,882 Population 1,347/sq mi density
$54,828 Median Income $27,886 per capita
$113,800 Home Value $168,210 Zillow
$877 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
132 Violent Crime/100K 2,799 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,828 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,800 home value, $877/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
132 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,828
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 132/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

How El Dorado Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population12,882
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,347/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,828
Per Capita$27,886
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$3,837M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,800
Rent$877
Ownership61.6%
Zillow$168,210
Housing Units6,185
Rent Burden31.0%

Crime

F
Violent132/100K
Property2,799/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary791/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking18.8%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,339 ft (408 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score6.43

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is El Dorado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Dorado receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. El Dorado offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Dorado is $54,828, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Dorado is $113,800, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 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.

Safety & Crime

El Dorado is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,799 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

El Dorado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

El Dorado has a population of 12,882 with a density of 1,347 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,882
Total Population
1,347
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

El Dorado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

El Dorado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Dorado is $54,828, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,886 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $970, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,695 business establishments, including 118 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: El Dorado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,828
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,886
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$83,147
Gini Index0.404 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,695
County GDP$3,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare178
Retail155
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,424
84% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in El Dorado is $113,800, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,210, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,185 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. The average annual property tax is $6,424 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,210
Median List Price$197,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$197,000
$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops26.2%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$938
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.6%
Owner-Occupied61.6%
Renter-Occupied38.4%
Housing Units6,185
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,424
84% above US avg
Effective Rate5.64%
In El Dorado, 42.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 34.6% have high blood pressure. 18.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.5% report binge drinking. 27.4% are physically inactive. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,281. The dentist ratio is 1:3,791. 63.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
8.4
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.1
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
101.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.7
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
134.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: El Dorado vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,281
Dentists1:3,791
Mental Health1:680
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death8,909/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access63.5%
Healthcare Facilities178
El Dorado has a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 69.8 per 100,000, robbery at 38.8, rape at 23.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,799 per 100,000, 43% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,744, burglary at 791, vehicle theft at 264 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, El Dorado receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: El Dorado vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent131.8/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape23.3/100K
Robbery38.8/100K
Assault69.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,798.7/100K
43% above US avg
Burglary790.8/100K
Theft1,744.3/100K
Vehicle Theft263.6/100K
Arson15.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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El Dorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,339 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,339 ft (408 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²)
Population Density1,347/sq mi
Coordinates37.8216°N, 96.8622°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyButler County County
Nearest AirportWichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl (ICT)
33 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability13.6 / 100
Community Resilience67.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,361 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Jan 19, 2020 2 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.5 100 km
Jan 31, 2022 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.5 136 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 148 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 144 km
Feb 19, 2021 6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma M4.2 145 km
Aug 16, 2019 3 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.2 101 km
Jan 26, 2015 5 km NNE of Medford, Oklahoma M4.2 131 km
Jun 5, 2015 3 km SW of Danville, Kansas M4.1 112 km
Aug 18, 2019 5 km WSW of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.1 103 km
Aug 14, 2015 6 km WNW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.1 138 km
Mar 29, 2017 8 km W of Deer Creek, Oklahoma M4.1 130 km
Jan 16, 2019 4 km ENE of South Haven, Kansas M4.0 95 km
Sep 8, 2014 1 km NE of Medford, Oklahoma M3.9 135 km
Sep 20, 2016 6 km NNE of Wakita, Oklahoma M3.9 135 km
Sep 6, 2016 6 km N of Wakita, Oklahoma M3.9 135 km
Mar 23, 2015 7 km N of Hunter, Oklahoma M3.9 150 km
Apr 6, 2015 7 km N of Hunter, Oklahoma M3.9 150 km
Dec 16, 2013 10 km SE of Freeport, Kansas M3.8 111 km
Sep 16, 2019 15 km NW of Elmdale, Kansas M3.8 75 km
Mar 25, 2017 4 km ENE of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M3.8 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

678 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 50 fatalities, 779 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1991 EF5 67 km 17
Mar 13, 1990 EF5 62 km 1
May 3, 1999 EF4 73 km 6
Jun 15, 1992 EF4 93 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 87 km 1
Jun 8, 1974 EF4 87 km 6
Jun 23, 1969 EF4 72 km 0
Jun 10, 1958 EF4 14 km 15
Apr 29, 2022 EF3 36 km 0
Jun 26, 2018 EF3 49 km 0
Jul 7, 2016 EF3 39 km 0
May 6, 2015 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 53 km 0
Jun 12, 2004 EF3 51 km 0
May 29, 2004 EF3 84 km 0
May 29, 2004 EF3 82 km 0
May 8, 2003 EF3 80 km 0
May 16, 1991 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF3 55 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RD 80 (63,061 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 RD 80 63,061 56 km
2014 UNNAMED 60,976 30 km
1998 ANNUAL BUR 60,039 76 km
2002 UNNAMED 26,655 45 km
2014 UNNAMED 20,760 87 km
2000 WEST SIDE MVD 18,701 77 km
2016 UNNAMED 15,100 50 km
1996 UNNAMED 14,832 70 km
1996 UNNAMED 14,661 66 km
2018 18-85 14,632 73 km
2016 FERGUSON RANCH 13,625 48 km
1996 UNNAMED 13,265 85 km
1991 UNNAMED 13,063 34 km
1989 UNNAMED 12,241 31 km
1991 UNNAMED 12,063 68 km
2002 WEST UNIT 11,187 55 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,123 60 km
1996 UNNAMED 10,911 41 km
2001 TALLGRASS 01 10,737 74 km
2016 BURMAC 10,668 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.2 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
May 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in
June 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
September 71°F (21°C) 3.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in

El Dorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 32°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.9").

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El Dorado is located in Butler County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 26.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.6% of the vote, a 41.2-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 178 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score6.43
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,347/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi
CountyButler County County

Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Avg Download Speed58.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants118
Retail Stores155

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home2.9%
Average costs for common services in El Dorado. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135–$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90–$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721–$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135–$360)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360–$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90–$315)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135–$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360–$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451–$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721–$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180–$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901–$4,505)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68–$225)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$117)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72–$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$135)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541–$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451–$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360–$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90–$360)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$681
Toddler$641
Preschool$596
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$531
Toddler$424
Preschool$424
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Butler County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,154 174 $43,143 1.11
Retail Trade 2,126 142 $35,043 1.07
Manufacturing 1,927 52 $92,073 1.18
Accommodation & Food Services 1,630 106 $19,645 0.90
Construction 1,376 192 $67,300 1.32
Professional & Technical Services 692 237 $77,758 0.50
Administrative & Waste Services 668 112 $50,769 0.57
Wholesale Trade 594 85 $67,405 0.76
Transportation & Warehousing 538 70 $62,754 0.64
Finance & Insurance 460 113 $59,186 0.57
Other Services 408 103 $41,033 0.68
Arts & Entertainment 244 19 $26,511 0.73
Real Estate 137 58 $46,495 0.44
Agriculture & Forestry 131 29 $51,006 0.81
Mining & Oil/Gas 92 16 $62,016 1.22
Educational Services 88 19 $20,786 0.21
Utilities 80 6 $106,766 1.06
Information & Technology 67 40 $84,548 0.18
Management of Companies 53 8 $98,122 0.16

Colleges & Universities in El Dorado

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Butler Community College Public · Associate 9,440 — $4,456 $6,256

Hospitals in El Dorado

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SUSAN B ALLEN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (316) 321-3300

Schools in El Dorado

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
El Dorado High High 494 33 15.0:1
El Dorado Middle Middle 439 28 15.7:1
Blackmore Elementary Elementary 350 18 19.4:1
Grandview Elem Elementary 279 15 18.6:1
Rocket Online School KS (ROCS Other 268 1 268.0:1
Skelly Elementary School Elementary 253 15 16.9:1
Circle Oil Hill Elementary Elementary 247 18 13.7:1
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Radio Stations near El Dorado

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Truckers Radio USA classic country, country AAC 64 kbps
1480 AM - KQAM - Wichita news talk MP3 96 kbps
KMUW music, npr MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near El Dorado

6 national parks and monuments found near El Dorado.

ParkTypeFee
Cheney State Park State Park Free
El Dorado State Park State Park Free
Fall River State Park State Park Free
Sandhills State Park State Park Free
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve National Preserve Free
Toronto State Park State Park Free

Museums in El Dorado

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AUGUSTA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3167755655
BUTLER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYART MUSEUM3163219333
C. N. JAMES CABINGENERAL MUSEUM3167755655
COUTTS MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF ARTHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 N MAIN ST3163211212
EL DORADO BASEBALL HALL OF FAME & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM210 N GRIFFITH
KANSAS MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM3167751425
TOWANDA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3165362500
WORLD WAR II HISTORY CENTER FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in El Dorado

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BRADFORD MEMORIAL LIBRARY611 S. WASHINGTON0.069,236
AUGUSTA PUBLIC LIBRARY1609 STATE ST.0.038,793
TOWANDA PUBLIC LIBRARY620 HIGHLAND0.07,559
POTWIN PUBLIC LIBRARY126 N. RANDALL0.01,490

Farmers Markets in El Dorado

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
El Dorado Farmers' MarketNorth Main & 12th St.
The Original El Dorado Farmers Market1000 South Main

Hotels in El Dorado

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham El Dorado
Heritage Inn
Holiday Inn Express
Red Coach Inn

Restaurants in El Dorado

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beijing Bistro
Frawg's
Jimmy's Egg
La Casita Mexican Food
Pizza Hut
Two Brothers BBQ El Dorado

Cinemas in El Dorado

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema 6

Theatres in El Dorado

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butler Community College Theater

Monuments in El Dorado

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stapleton Oil Well Number 1

Clinics in El Dorado

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

College Health

Gas Stations in El Dorado

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Dillons
Jump Start
Jump Start
QuikTrip
Sunny Stop
Sunny Stop Convenience Store

Banks in El Dorado

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ark Valley Credit Union
Commerce Bank
Community National Bank
Intrusive Bank
Intrust Bank
Verus Bank
Verus Bank
Vintage Bank Kansas - El Dorado
White Eagle Credit Union

Gyms in El Dorado

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

500 Building - Butler Power Plant Gym
Grizzly Adventures

Golf Courses in El Dorado

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Prairie Trails Golf Course

Nursing Homes in El Dorado

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LAKEPOINT NURSING & REHAB CENTER OF EL DORADO
1313 S HIGH STREET
 For profit - Partnership 121 65 4/5 — 3/5 3/5 3163214140
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER - EL DORADO
900 COUNTRY CLUB LANE
 For profit - Corporation 52 47 2/5 — 2/5 2/5 3163214444

Pharmacies in El Dorado

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
DILLONS MARKETPLACE 700 NORTH MAIN STREET 316-321-0318
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 186 301 SOUTH VILLAGE ROAD 316-322-8901
WALGREENS - 10721 119 WEST 6TH AVENUE 316-321-6700

EV Charging Stations in El Dorado

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
EVERGY @KTA SVC -404A7225 Kansas Turnpike @ KS Turnpike - TowandaChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
EVERGY @KTA SVC -404B7225 Kansas Turnpike @ KS Turnpike - TowandaChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Evergy - El Dorado Service Center700 N Star StNon-Networked1J1772public
EVERGY @KTA SVC -403A7269 S Kansas Turnpike @ KS Turnpike - TowandChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in El Dorado

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1120 W. 10th StreetTOWER121
1120 W. 10th StreetTOWER121
201 EAST BOULEVARD (80624)LTOWER94
201 EAST BOULEVARD (80624)LTOWER94
NE 90th Street (84125)LTOWER79
NE 90th Street (84125)LTOWER79
3500 N HWY 77(82024)GTOWER79
3500 N HWY 77(82024)GTOWER79
0.1 mile W of Kiowa Rd. NW on 110th St. NWTOWER73
0.1 mile W of Kiowa Rd. NW on 110th St. NWTOWER73
(Gordon) 7343 SW 163rd St.MTOWER61
(Gordon) 7343 SW 163rd St.MTOWER61
(Latham) 15329 SE Grant StreetGTOWER59
(Latham) 15329 SE Grant StreetGTOWER59
1933 SOUTHWEST MEADOWLARK ROAD (63436)LTOWER59
1933 SOUTHWEST MEADOWLARK ROAD (63436)LTOWER59
56 SE 90th Street (80194)MTOWER58
56 SE 90th Street (80194)MTOWER58
8277 NORTHWEST 80TH STREET (63451)MTOWER51
8277 NORTHWEST 80TH STREET (63451)MTOWER51
RURAL ROUTE 2 BOX 81 (63456)MTOWER49
RURAL ROUTE 2 BOX 81 (63456)MTOWER49
6346 SOUTHWEST 120TH STREET (63449)MTOWER49
6346 SOUTHWEST 120TH STREET (63449)MTOWER49

Fire Stations in El Dorado

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
El Dorado Fire Department220 E 1st AVEMostly volunteer316-321-9100

Power Plants Near El Dorado

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
EL DORADO REFINERYNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-96.9SB

Bridges in El Dorado

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous193519313,100G
CulvertConcrete1953509,100G
CulvertConcrete1955258,900G
CulvertConcrete1955218,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562888,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562888,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19561768,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19561768,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562428,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562428,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562118,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562118,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19792448,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19792448,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19791978,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19791978,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19942458,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562348,000F
CulvertConcrete1953257,600G
SlabConcrete continuous19871026,590G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19565236,590F
CulvertConcrete1978456,380G
CulvertConcrete1965673,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19871473,780G
CulvertConcrete2010773,545G
CulvertConcrete2010633,470G
CulvertConcrete1988513,380G
SlabConcrete continuous19881223,380G
SlabConcrete continuous19883123,380F
CulvertConcrete1950432,610F
CulvertConcrete2007212,586G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19952952,480G
SlabConcrete continuous1930382,470F
CulvertConcrete1937401,835F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19753061,835G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19622901,673P
CulvertConcrete2007221,630G
SlabPrestressed concrete continuous20071871,630G
SlabConcrete continuous20071011,630G
CulvertConcrete2010321,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19561771,384G
SlabConcrete continuous19711841,345G
CulvertConcrete1971251,345G
SlabConcrete continuous20031861,345G
CulvertConcrete2007211,293G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979154910F
CulvertConcrete197932910G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2007233815G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2007233815G
SlabConcrete continuous1973142590G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979404505F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979214505G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979254505F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1979346505F
SlabConcrete continuous2012142460G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1986201451G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1956276260G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1956166260G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1956180260F
CulvertConcrete195622260G
SlabConcrete194122250P
CulvertConcrete197431200F
CulvertConcrete193235200G
CulvertConcrete193235200G
CulvertConcrete198721170F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1990161161G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195237150P
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous1979121150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195618772G
CulvertConcrete19743160F
CulvertConcrete19772550G
Tee BeamConcrete19175450F
SlabConcrete continuous19252550P
CulvertConcrete20026450G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19208750F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19194950F
CulvertConcrete20083850G
CulvertConcrete19802550G
CulvertConcrete19653750G
CulvertMasonry19125550F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel197311245F
CulvertConcrete19603145G
CulvertConcrete19963240G
SlabConcrete continuous19263740F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous198119240F
CulvertConcrete19772835G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19554435F
Tee BeamConcrete19153435P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19364330F
CulvertConcrete20012530G
CulvertConcrete19702830G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous197714120G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete continuous197919117F

Correctional Facilities in El Dorado

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
EL DORADO CORRECTIONAL FACILITY1737 SOUTHEAST UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 54STATE1,5031,693OPEN
BUTLER COUNTY ADULT DETENTION FACILITY701 S STONE ROADCOUNTY-999230OPEN

Airports Near El Dorado

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McConnell Air Force BaseIABMedium Airport
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National AirportICTMedium Airport
Alfred Schroeder Field—Small Airport
Alley Field—Small Airport
Augusta Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bannon Field—Small Airport
Beaumont Hotel Airport—Small Airport
Beech Factory AirportBECSmall Airport
Belle Plaine Farms Airport—Small Airport
Berwick Airport—Small Airport
Brady-Pippin Airport—Small Airport
Butler Airpark—Small Airport
Captain Jack Thomas El Dorado AirportEDKSmall Airport
Cessna Aircraft FieldCEASmall Airport
Cherokee Strip—Small Airport
Clements Airport—Small Airport
Colonel James Jabara Airport—Small Airport
Cook Airfield—Small Airport
Cottonwood Falls Airport—Small Airport
Daniel's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Davis Field—Small Airport
Dexter Field—Small Airport
Eagle Field—Small Airport
Eck Field—Small Airport
Elk County Airport—Small Airport
Emporia Municipal AirportEMPSmall Airport
Eureka Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Fiscus Airport—Small Airport
Flying N Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Foster Field—Small Airport
Gators Place Airport—Small Airport
Gilley's Airport—Small Airport
Godfrey Airport—Small Airport
Halstead Airport—Small Airport
Harold K. Wells Airport—Small Airport
Harrison Airport—Small Airport
Heape Field—Small Airport
Hidden Valley Airport—Small Airport
Hiebert Airfield—Small Airport
High Point Airport—Small Airport
King Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Leverton Airport—Small Airport
Lil Bird Airport—Small Airport
Lloyd Stearman Field—Small Airport
Lmn 120 Airport—Small Airport
Maize Airport—Small Airport
Marion Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Mason Airport—Small Airport
McMaster Gliderport—Small Airport
Moundridge Municipal Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in El Dorado

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Augusta Department of Safety2100 North Ohio Street
Benton Police Department
Blue Stem Unified School District 205 Police Department
Butler County Sheriff's Department141 South Gordy Street
Butler County Sheriff's Office
Circle Unified School District 375 Police Department
El Dorado Police Department
El Dorado Police Department
Kansas Highway Patrol Troop F - Butler
Leon Police Department
Towanda Police Department

Grocery Stores in El Dorado

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Braums 209Other1940 W Central Ave
CASEY'S 3331Convenience Store2627 W Central Ave
Casey's General Store 1810Convenience Store1310 N Main St
Dillon Store 029Super Store700 N Main St
Dollar General 2463Other2408 W Central Ave
Dollar General 7072Other536 N Main St
DOLLARTREE 7175Other2710 W Central Ave
El Dorado Farmers And Art MarketFarmers and Markets100 Woodland St
Jump Start 12Convenience Store701 N Main St
Jump Start Inc 8Convenience Store1631 W Central Ave
Love's Country Store 177Convenience Store7581 SW KS Turnpike MI Post 65
QuikTrip 310RConvenience Store2314 W Central Ave
Sunny StopConvenience Store301 E Central Ave
Walmart SC 0186Super Store301 S Village Rd
Walnut Valley PackingSpecialty Store1000 S Main St

DOL Wage Violations in El Dorado

21 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $149,425 in back wages owed to 310 employees.

21
Violations
$149,425
Back Wages Owed
310
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
CDH Services, LLC — — 67042 — 1 $63,458 $496 128
El Dorado, City Of — — 67042 — 1 $27,571 $835 33
Garrison Enterprises Inc — — 67042 — 1 $12,793 $1,279 10
INTEGRATED PLASTIC SOLUTIONS LLC [OSHA] — — 67042 Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers 1 $6,596 $3,298 2
Integrated Plastics Solutions, LLC — — 67042 — 1 $5,513 $158 35
Willie's Sports Bar & Grill — — 67042 — 1 $5,458 $420 13
Flint Hill Services — — 67042 — 1 $4,970 $1,243 4
Dr. Ronald Varner — — 67042 — 1 $4,837 $967 5
Angleton Garage — — 67042 — 1 $4,539 $2,269 2
Two Brothers Barbecue — — 67042 — 1 $3,349 $419 8
Sunny Stop — — 67042 — 1 $3,213 $459 7
Kountry Kettle — — 67042 — 1 $1,718 $95 18
Super 8 Motel — Wyndham Hotels 67042 — 1 $1,504 $167 9
Kansas Dept. of Corrections — — 67042 — 1 $1,014 $507 2
Brewski Barn & Wine Cellar — — 67042 — 1 $621 $207 3
Best Western Red Coach Inn — — 67042 — 1 $603 $50 12
Cancun Mexican Grill — — 67042 — 1 $536 $268 2
True Lies Ranch Hand Caf� & Steakhouse — — 67042 — 1 $378 $95 4
Holiday Inn Express and Suites — IHG 67042 — 1 $362 $121 3
Beijing Bistro — — 67042 — 1 $242 $40 6
Gambino's Pizza — — 67042 — 1 $149 $37 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Dorado

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AMAZING GRACE DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRIES4441 SW 60TH ST
CENTRAL KANSAS PRISON MINISTRY INCPO BOX 1279
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY1339 DOUGLAS RD
DISCIPLENATIONS INCPO BOX 2
EDCF RESTORATION FOUNDATIONPO BOX 311
EL DORADO CHURCH OF THE UNITED BRETHREN IN CHRIST225 N TOPEKA ST
FAMILY WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 591
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF EL DORADO315 W CENTRAL AVE
FIRST SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH200 OIL HILL RD
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH421 W CENTRAL AVE
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH1124 W CENTRAL AVE
HARVEST COMMUNITY CHURCH105 N ARTHUR ST
HOPE COVENANT CHURCH EL DORADO KSPO BOX 723
I WILL GO MINISTRIES INC500 ADAMS AVE
LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH INCROUTE 3 BOX 76
PARK AVE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 164
REAL LIFE CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 625
RECTOR WARDENS & VESTRY OF TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF EL DORADO KSPO BOX 507
SPIRIT OF LIFE FELLOWSHIP INC809 N GORDY ST
ST JOHNS CHURCH302 N DENVER ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Dorado

What is the population of El Dorado?

El Dorado has a population of 12,882 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 1,347 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is El Dorado expensive to live in?

El Dorado is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,828, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,800 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is El Dorado safe?

El Dorado is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 132 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,799 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, El Dorado receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Dorado?

El Dorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in El Dorado?

The job market in El Dorado is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 1,695 business establishments in the area, including 118 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 2.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in El Dorado?

The median home value in El Dorado is $113,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,210. For renters, the median monthly rent is $877. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,424.

How are the schools in El Dorado?

Schools in El Dorado score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.4% of adults in El Dorado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is El Dorado?

The obesity rate in El Dorado is 42.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.8% of adults are smokers. 27.4% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 10.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 63.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,281.

What is transportation like in El Dorado?

The average commute in El Dorado is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of El Dorado?

The racial and ethnic makeup of El Dorado is 90.5% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 90.1% have health insurance coverage.

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