What are the schools like in Ogden, KS?

Ogden is served primarily by Manhattan-Ogden. The district operates 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What is the median household income in Ogden?

The median household income in Ogden, KS is $57,392 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.7%.

What is the weather like in Ogden, KS?

Ogden has an average high temperature of 41.0°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.6 inches.

Ogden, KS Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ogden, KS affordable or expensive?

Ogden's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ogden is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $145,100 and the median rent is $1,177 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ogden, KS?

Ogden has a violent crime rate of 241.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1189.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ogden, KS a Good Place to Live?

Ogden is a small town of 1,529 in Kansas, with a median household income of $57,392 and a 10.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Ogden stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ogden is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ogden city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.3

Ogden's overall cost of living index is 90.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ogden costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ogden, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$145,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,177	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,392	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Ogden's violent crime rate is 241.1 per 100,000 residents — 37% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

241.1 /100k

Property Crime

1189.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ogden is served primarily by Manhattan-Ogden. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ogden, KS	National Avg
School District	Manhattan-Ogden	—
Elementary Schools	10	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ogden sees average highs of 41.0°F in January and 91.5°F in July, with 32.2 inches of annual precipitation and 17.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ogden, KS
Average High — January	41.0°F
Average High — July	91.5°F
Annual Precipitation	32.2"
Annual Snowfall	17.6"

Demographics

Metric	Ogden, KS	National Avg
Population	1,529	—
Median Age	29.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	7.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fort Riley, KS 6 mi Grandview Plaza, KS 7 mi Keats, KS 7 mi Manhattan, KS 7 mi Junction City, KS 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Ogden

Ogden, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

66517

Ogden vs Other Cities

Ogden, KS vs Fort Riley, KS Ogden, KS vs Grandview Plaza, KS Ogden, KS vs Keats, KS Ogden, KS vs Manhattan, KS Ogden, KS vs Junction City, KS

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ogden, KS affordable or expensive?

Ogden's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ogden roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $145,100 and median rent is $1,177/month.

What is the crime rate in Ogden, KS?

Ogden's violent crime rate is 241.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1189.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ogden?

Public schools in Ogden are operated by Manhattan-Ogden. The district has 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.2:1. 34.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ogden, KS a good place to live?

Ogden, KS has a population of 1,529, a median household income of $57,392, and an unemployment rate of 10.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ogden?

Ogden averages 41.0°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 32.2 inches with about 17.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ogden?

Ogden, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 66517.

What is the population of Ogden?

The population of Ogden, Kansas is 1,529 with a median age of 29.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ogden?

Key numbers for living in Ogden: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $145,100, median household income $57,392, crime index 61 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ogden side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.