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Ford, Kansas

city · Ford County

At a glance

228
Population
$132,500
Median home value (all homes)
56% below U.S. median
$211,849
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$752/mo
Median rent
44% below U.S. median
$68,750
Median household income
12% below U.S. median
19 min
Average commute
75.4%
Homes with broadband
100%
Locations with fiber available
2.7%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 85 — 15% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing39% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities12% above
Taxes7% below
Insurance16% below
Commute cost32% below
For business: Kansas is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college36 mi
Nearest community college18 mi
Nearest technical college83 mi
High school graduates87.3%
College graduates12.1%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Dodge City/Ford County Development Corp.
Dodge City/Ford County Development Corporation is an economic development organization serving Dodge City and Ford County, Kansas, focused on promoting business development, housing, and community improvements, including programs and incentives to support industry growth.
state Kansas Department of Commerce
The Kansas Department of Commerce is the state agency providing business development resources, incentives, and workforce services. It serves businesses looking to locate or expand in Kansas.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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