What are the schools like in Dodd City, TX?

Dodd City is served primarily by DODD CITY ISD. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Dodd City?

The median household income in Dodd City, TX is $91,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

What is the weather like in Dodd City, TX?

Dodd City has an average high temperature of 52.9°F in January and 93.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.1 inches.

Dodd City, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dodd City, TX affordable or expensive?

Dodd City's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dodd City is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $108,800 and the median rent is $1,500 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dodd City, TX?

Dodd City has a violent crime rate of 168.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 720.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dodd City, TX a Good Place to Live?

Dodd City is a small town of 454 in Texas, with a median household income of $91,250 and a 1.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Dodd City stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Dodd City is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dodd City 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: 95.2

Dodd City's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dodd City costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dodd City, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$108,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,500	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$91,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dodd City's violent crime rate is 168.9 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

168.9 /100k

Property Crime

720.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Dodd City is served primarily by DODD CITY ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dodd City, TX	National Avg
School District	DODD CITY ISD	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dodd City sees average highs of 52.9°F in January and 93.6°F in July, with 47.7 inches of annual precipitation and 1.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dodd City, TX
Average High — January	52.9°F
Average High — July	93.6°F
Annual Precipitation	47.7"
Annual Snowfall	1.1"

Demographics

Metric	Dodd City, TX	National Avg
Population	454	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.3%	22.2%
65 and over	8.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Dodd City

Dodd City, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

75438

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dodd City, TX affordable or expensive?

Dodd City's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dodd City roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $108,800 and median rent is $1,500/month.

What is the crime rate in Dodd City, TX?

Dodd City's violent crime rate is 168.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 720.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dodd City?

Public schools in Dodd City are operated by DODD CITY ISD. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 31.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dodd City, TX a good place to live?

Dodd City, TX has a population of 454, a median household income of $91,250, and an unemployment rate of 1.9%. 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 Dodd City?

Dodd City averages 52.9°F in January and 93.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.7 inches with about 1.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dodd City?

Dodd City, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 75438.

What is the population of Dodd City?

The population of Dodd City, Texas is 454 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dodd City?

Key numbers for living in Dodd City: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $108,800, median household income $91,250, crime index 40 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dodd City side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.