Affordable & Income-Based Housing in El Dorado

Affordability in El Dorado, KS

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in El Dorado is $844 per month, set against a median household income of $59,180 annually. About 40% of El Dorado residents rent their homes, meaning a meaningful share of the community has a direct stake in local rental affordability.

Safety

According to the El Dorado Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, El Dorado had a violent crime rate of 286 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in El Dorado were mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around El Dorado

According to Walk Score, the area around El Dorado's assisted properties scores 59 out of 100 ("Somewhat Walkable") for walkability and 49 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Residents who rely on public transit or do not own a vehicle should factor in personal transportation needs when evaluating these properties.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 7 public schools across 2 districts serve El Dorado, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in El Dorado, KS

The median household income in El Dorado is $59,180 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $844 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in El Dorado is rent-restricted, meaning your rent is calculated as a percentage of your income rather than the market rate. This can make a meaningful difference for households earning below the area median.

• Median household income: $59,180/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $844/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 40% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 5 affordable housing properties in El Dorado have been mapped for flood exposure. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood concern for renters considering these properties.