Fort Dodge, Kansas
Fort Dodge: city in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States
About
Fort Dodge is a city located in the county of Ford in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 27,340 and a population density of 719 people per km². After 2 years in 2012 city had an estimated population of 28,075 inhabitants.
The city was created 154 years ago in 1871.
Quick Facts about Fort Dodge
| Population | 28,075 (2012) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Ford County |
| Postal code | 67801 |
| Phone Area Codes | 225 |
| Area | 38.02 km2 |
| Official name | Dodge City |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.7320,-99.9354 |
| Altitude | 2,493 feet / 760 meters |
| Capital city | Fort Dodge is capital of Ford County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1872 (154 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 15:34:29 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 738 Pop. per km² as of 2012 |
| Population growth | 2.62% (2010-2012) |
| Weather | 77℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fort Dodge is located at 37°43'55"N 99°56'7"W (37.7319600, -99.9354100).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Fort Dodge increased by 2.62% in 2 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 27,340 | - | |
| 2012 | 28,075 | 2.62% |
People born in Fort Dodge (35)
People born in Fort Dodge, including actor and filmmaker Dennis Hopper, tenor James King, athlete who competed mainly in the pole vault Bill Miller, .
More notable people
- Fred Hall (American politician) he was born in 24/07/1916
- David Ricken (Catholic bishop) he was born in 09/11/1952
- David A. R. White (American actor) he was born in 12/05/1970
- Billy Al Bengston (American artist) he was born in 07/06/1934
- Bonnie Burton (San Francisco-based author, journalist, comedian, actress, and show host) she was born in 12/07/1972
- Carl Holmes (American politician) he was born in 19/10/1940
- Chuck Martin (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 01/01/1969
- Deane Rykerson (American politician) he was born in 18/12/1950
- Gary Ackers (biochemist) he was born in 25/10/1939
- John Doll (American politician) he was born in 07/07/1957
- John E. Gingrich (United States Navy Admiral) he was born in 23/02/1897
- Mary Lou Robinson (United States federal judge) she was born in 26/08/1926
- Mitch Brian (American screenwriter) he was born in 15/10/1961
- Pat George (American politician) he was born in 01/01/1956
- Paul J. Morrison (American lawyer) he was born in 01/06/1954
- Robert Dean Hunter (College administrator and politician) he was born in 25/06/1928
- Robert Delpino (American football player) he was born in 02/11/1965
- Ross Bjork (American college athletics administrator) he was born in 22/10/1972
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fort Dodge, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154998 | Dodge City Community College | Dodge City (KS) | 67801-2399 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fort Dodge, KS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DDG | Dodge City | Central Ave & Wyatt Earp St. | RAIL |
| GCK | Garden City | 100 North 7th Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fort Dodge.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wrigh Post Office | Wright (KS) | 67882 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Fort Dodge, Iowa city in Iowa with a population of 23,906 people.
Other cities in Ford County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ford County , KS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge City | 27,104 | City in and county seat of Ford County, Kansas, United States |
| Spearville | 766 | Township in Ford County, Kansas |
| Bucklin | 754 | Human settlement in Ford County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Ford | 212 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Bloom | 64 | Unincorporated community in Ford County, Kansas |
Distance to Other Cities
Fort Dodge distances to largest Kansas cities