Dodge City, KS, United States

Capital City

Forget any romantic Wild West notions - the cost of living may be low in Dodge City, but the climate is a relentless battering of heat, wind and occasional blizzards, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with the city criticized for limiting polling locations. Of the population of 27,788, nearly two-thirds are Hispanic or Latino, and the median household income is just $52,654. Dodge City is best suited for those seeking affordable Midwest living, but be prepared for a rough ride.