Goddard, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Goddard is a small city in Kansas with a population of 5,361. Residents earn $92,220 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,361 Population 951/sq mi density
$92,220 Median Income $34,818 per capita
$203,500 Home Value $295,918 Zillow
$1,437 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
43 Violent Crime/100K 1,471 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,220 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$203,500 home value, $1,437/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
43 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,220
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $203,500
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 43/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,437
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

How Goddard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,361
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density951/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,220
Per Capita$34,818
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$41,525M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,500
Rent$1,437
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,918
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

F
Violent43/100K
Property1,471/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault43/100K
Burglary130/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation1,446 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries20

Is Goddard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goddard receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Goddard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goddard is $92,220, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goddard is $203,500, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,437 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Goddard is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,471 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Goddard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Goddard has a population of 5,361 with a density of 951 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

5,361
Total Population
951
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Goddard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goddard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goddard is $92,220, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Goddard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,220
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,818
Avg Weekly Wage$1,166
IRS Avg AGI$76,783

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,427
County GDP$41,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,236
Healthcare1,737
Retail1,624
Manufacturing494

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Goddard is $203,500, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,437 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,918.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,500
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,918
Median List Price$312,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$312,000
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops13.0%
Inventory46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,437
24% above US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Goddard, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Goddard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death10,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Goddard has a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,471 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Goddard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent43.3/100K
89% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault43.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,470.6/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary129.8/100K
Theft1,211.1/100K
Vehicle Theft129.8/100K
Arson21.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Goddard has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density951/sq mi
Coordinates37.6718°N, 97.5597°W
County FIPS20173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.80
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density951/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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