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El Dorado

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Median Home$143,425
Median Rent$821/month
Population12,449
Leading IndustriesPublic Administration · Manufacturing · Transportation32% public administration
Home Value Growth+7.3% over 2 years
Young Adults30% of residentsabove average nationally
Homeowners61% of occupied units
NotableVeteran Community11% of residents · top 9% nationally
NotableAffordable Market$143k median home · lower cost than 77% of the country
El Dorado
KS

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in El Dorado?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for El Dorado is approximately 7.116% (7.162% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in El Dorado?

The median home value in El Dorado is $143k. The median monthly rent is $821. Annual property taxes average $2k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

Are home values rising in El Dorado?

Home values in El Dorado have increased 7.3% over the past two years. This represents moderate growth. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.

How much income do you need to buy a home in El Dorado?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $905/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $39k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in El Dorado is $64k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in El Dorado?

The largest employment sectors in El Dorado are public administration (32%) and retail (13%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.