Cost of Living in Fort Dodge, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
73.3
100 = national avg
-26.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,262
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,255
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.9
Food74.2
Transportation48.4
Healthcare79.4
Utilities82.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$739
per month
2 Bedroom
$969
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Dodge is 73.3, which is 26.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,262 per year to cover basic expenses.