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Crime in Fort Dodge summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Fort Dodge. Key points include:
There were 1,043 total crimes in Fort Dodge in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Fort Dodge is 4,256.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Fort Dodge is 1,061.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Fort Dodge is 3,195.7 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Fort Dodge is 100.86% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Fort Dodge Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Fort Dodge / 100k People |
Iowa / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,043 | 4,256.8 | 1,540.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 260 | 1,061.1 | 243.3 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 4.1 | 2.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 13 | 53.1 | 18.7 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 209 | 853.0 | 187.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 783 | 3,195.7 | 1,296.8 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 102 | 416.3 | 199.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 604 | 2,465.1 | 962.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 77 | 314.3 | 135.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Fort Dodge summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Fort Dodge. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Iowa. Key points include:
The cost of living in Fort Dodge is 84 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Fort Dodge is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Fort Dodge is $129,004.
The median income in Fort Dodge is $60,649.
Fort Dodge's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Fort Dodge Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Fort Dodge | Iowa | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 84 | 90 | 100 |
| Services | 96 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 94 | 95 | 100 |
| Health | 61 | 75 | 100 |
| Housing | 97 | 97 | 100 |
| Transportation | 91 | 93 | 100 |
| Utilities | 93 | 94 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Fort Dodge, IA Weather
The average high in Fort Dodge is 57.9° and the average low is 37.2°.
There are 64.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.7 inches of precipitation each year with 34.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Fort Dodge |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 57.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 37.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 64.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 34.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Fort Dodge, IA Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Fort Dodge
I am from Fort Dodge. I can absolutely assure you this town is NOT redneck. It is full of thug wannabes, criminals, and it's terrible. Maybe do more research before you make such disgusting claims. This is an insult to actual Iowa rednecks.
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Fort Dodge Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Fort Dodge
The current population in Fort Dodge is 24,827. The population has decreased 2.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,827 | 0.2% |
| 2023 | 24,788 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | 24,850 | 0.1% |
| 2021 | 24,826 | 2.7% |
| 2020 | 24,168 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 24,278 | -0.6% |
| 2018 | 24,417 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 24,566 | -0.2% |
| 2016 | 24,626 | -0.7% |
| 2015 | 24,789 | -0.2% |
| 2014 | 24,846 | -0.5% |
| 2013 | 24,972 | -0.5% |
| 2012 | 25,109 | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 25,230 | -0.4% |
| 2010 | 25,323 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Fort Dodge
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Fort Dodge is:
79.6% White with 19,759 White residents.
4.6% African American with 1,149 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 26 American Indian residents.
1.5% Asian with 381 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 86 Other residents.
4.9% Two Or More with 1,212 Two Or More residents.
8.9% Hispanic with 2,214 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Fort Dodge | IA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 79.6% | 82.3% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.6% | 3.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.5% | 2.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.9% | 3.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.9% | 7.3% | 19.3% |
Gender in Fort Dodge
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Fort Dodge is 48.4% female with 12,010 female residents.
Fort Dodge is 51.6% male with 12,816 male residents.
| Gender | Fort Dodge | IA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 49.8% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.2% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Fort Dodge for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed some college.
14.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed associate's degree.
16.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed bachelor's degree.
3.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Fort Dodge completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Fort Dodge | IA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 30.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 14.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 3.0% | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Fort Dodge, Iowa
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6.1% of households in Fort Dodge earn Less than $10,000.
4.9% of households in Fort Dodge earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.6% of households in Fort Dodge earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.6% of households in Fort Dodge earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.2% of households in Fort Dodge earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.7% of households in Fort Dodge earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.7% of households in Fort Dodge earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.7% of households in Fort Dodge earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.3% of households in Fort Dodge earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.3% of households in Fort Dodge earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Fort Dodge | IA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.1% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.9% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.6% | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.2% | 11.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.7% | 17.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.7% | 14.0% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.7% | 18.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.3% | 8.8% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.3% | 8.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
