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Goddard, KS

Kansas · Sedgwick County · Wichita Metro

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.

Data updated April 2026

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 317 sunny days/yr
84 Violent Crime/100K 693 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
84 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $92,220
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $203,500
28% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 84/100K
78% 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
Ownership80.4%
Zillow$295,918
Housing Units1,763
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

F
Violent84/100K
Property693/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault84/100K
Burglary63/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking12.1%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score5.19

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband97.7%
EV Stations2
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 84 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 693 per 100,000, 65% 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 5.2/10.

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. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.8% of residents have a disability. 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,361
Total Population
951
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Goddard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.4%
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. Per capita income is $34,818 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,166, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,427 business establishments, including 1,236 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living90.10 (100=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 median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,918, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,437 (24% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $753 for a one-bedroom to $947 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,763 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. The average annual property tax is $5,510 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership80.4%
Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units1,763
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Goddard, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 28.3% have high blood pressure. 12.1% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 19.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,124. The dentist ratio is 1:1,432. 84.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,124
Dentists1:1,432
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits70.9%
Premature Death10,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Goddard has a violent crime rate of 84 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 84.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 693 per 100,000, 65% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 588, burglary at 63, vehicle theft at 42 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 65 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Goddard receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent84.0/100K
78% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault84.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property692.7/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary63.0/100K
Theft587.7/100K
Vehicle Theft42.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Goddard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,446 feet.

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)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,446 ft (441 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density951/sq mi
Coordinates37.6718°N, 97.5597°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySedgwick County County
Nearest AirportWichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl (ICT)
7 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.4"
9% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0485 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)10.6 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability29.9 / 100
Community Resilience70.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2,642 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

Sep 3, 2016 14 km NW of Pawnee, Oklahoma M5.8 150 km
Jan 19, 2020 2 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.5 53 km
Jan 31, 2022 7 km NW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.5 94 km
Jun 9, 2018 8 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.4 110 km
Jul 20, 2015 7 km SSE of Byron, Oklahoma M4.4 111 km
May 17, 2019 8 km E of Pond Creek, Oklahoma M4.4 112 km
Jul 29, 2014 9 km E of Nescatunga, Oklahoma M4.3 111 km
Sep 8, 2017 9 km ESE of Jefferson, Oklahoma M4.3 109 km
Feb 19, 2021 6 km SW of Manchester, Oklahoma M4.2 92 km
Feb 5, 2015 8 km NE of Cherokee, Oklahoma M4.2 115 km
Aug 16, 2019 3 km W of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.2 54 km
Jan 26, 2015 5 km NNE of Medford, Oklahoma M4.2 93 km
Jun 21, 2020 9 km NW of Perry, Oklahoma M4.2 147 km
Mar 5, 2018 5 km NNW of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 133 km
Mar 4, 2018 4 km N of Breckinridge, Oklahoma M4.2 134 km
Mar 29, 2017 8 km W of Deer Creek, Oklahoma M4.1 95 km
Sep 15, 1995 7 km NNW of Alva, Oklahoma M4.1 134 km
Aug 18, 2019 5 km WSW of South Hutchinson, Kansas M4.1 55 km
Aug 14, 2015 6 km WNW of Medford, Oklahoma M4.1 96 km
Jun 5, 2015 3 km SW of Danville, Kansas M4.1 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

792 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 130 fatalities, 963 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1991 EF5 24 km 17
Mar 13, 1990 EF5 42 km 1
Mar 13, 1990 EF5 54 km 1
May 25, 1955 EF5 95 km 80
May 12, 2004 EF4 60 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF4 42 km 6
Jun 15, 1992 EF4 78 km 0
Apr 26, 1991 EF4 76 km 1
Mar 26, 1991 EF4 54 km 0
Jun 23, 1969 EF4 8 km 0
Jun 10, 1958 EF4 51 km 15
Jun 8, 1950 EF4 80 km 1
Apr 29, 2022 EF3 33 km 0
Jul 13, 2015 EF3 69 km 0
May 6, 2015 EF3 20 km 0
May 19, 2012 EF3 73 km 0
May 19, 2012 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 61 km 0
Apr 14, 2012 EF3 23 km 0
May 23, 2008 EF3 97 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (60,976 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 60,976 92 km
2016 FERGUSON RANCH 13,625 94 km
1991 UNNAMED 13,063 97 km
1989 UNNAMED 12,241 94 km
2016 BURMAC 10,668 47 km
1994 UNNAMED 8,987 71 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,183 95 km
2002 UNNAMED 8,105 65 km
2017 HIGHLANDS 7,418 65 km
2022 COTTONWOOD COMPLEX 6,487 46 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,406 93 km
2006 TWELTH STREET 6,282 46 km
1996 UNNAMED 6,069 77 km
2018 RICE COUNTY 5,504 74 km
2011 JORDEN SPRINGS 5,488 88 km
2015 UNNAMED 5,220 99 km
2020 WHEAT STATE 4,847 46 km
2002 UNNAMED 4,667 99 km
1989 UNNAMED 4,558 87 km
2001 UNNAMED 4,532 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 3.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in

Goddard has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 33°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.8").

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Goddard is located in Sedgwick County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.1% of the vote, a 13.8-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 20 public libraries serving the community. 1,737 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)65
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score5.19
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density951/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi
CountySedgwick County County

Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Avg Download Speed133.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed34.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,737
Restaurants1,236
Retail Stores1,624

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%
Average costs for common services in Goddard. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $225 ($135–$360)
Specialist Visit $315 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit $180 ($90–$315)
Emergency Room Visit $1,982 ($721–$4,505)
Dental Cleaning $117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling $225 ($135–$360)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement $270 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4) $541 ($360–$901)
Battery Replacement $180 ($90–$315)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair $360 ($135–$721)
HVAC System Install $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812)
Roof Repair $901 ($360–$1,802)
Roof Replacement $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,352 ($451–$3,154)
Divorce (Contested) $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030)
DUI Defense $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,352 ($721–$2,703)
Will Preparation $451 ($180–$901)
Trust Preparation $2,253 ($901–$4,505)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $135 ($68–$225)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$117)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $126 ($72–$225)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $77 ($45–$135)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.21–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$225)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($14–$68)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,081 ($541–$2,253)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $901 ($451–$1,802)
After-School Care (Monthly) $360 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $901 ($360–$2,253)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter $270 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter $180 ($90–$360)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$681
Toddler$641
Preschool$596
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$521
Toddler$424
Preschool$424
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sedgwick County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 46,745 589 $81,135 2.15
Health Care & Social Assistance 36,652 1,553 $55,284 0.97
Retail Trade 26,987 1,475 $36,385 1.02
Accommodation & Food Services 24,853 1,179 $22,091 1.03
Administrative & Waste Services 16,265 1,275 $60,948 1.04
Construction 15,000 1,252 $68,031 1.08
Professional & Technical Services 12,304 2,086 $83,934 0.67
Transportation & Warehousing 9,907 386 $54,784 0.88
Wholesale Trade 9,179 962 $80,721 0.88
Finance & Insurance 7,449 890 $82,185 0.69
Other Services 6,768 1,044 $46,708 0.85
Arts & Entertainment 4,309 176 $23,351 0.97
Management of Companies 4,217 118 $168,408 0.94
Real Estate 3,707 582 $53,601 0.90
Educational Services 3,534 183 $48,079 0.65
Information & Technology 3,309 330 $72,413 0.67
Utilities 632 19 $116,049 0.63
Mining & Oil/Gas 441 88 $88,000 0.44
Agriculture & Forestry 132 34 $37,657 0.06

Schools in Goddard

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eisenhower High School High 1,002 56 17.9:1
Goddard High High 948 51 18.6:1
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Middle 614 32 19.2:1
Apollo Elementary School Elementary 527 33 16.0:1
Goddard Middle School Middle 493 38 13.0:1
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Elementary 491 34 14.4:1
Discovery Intermediate School Middle 485 33 14.7:1
Explorer Elementary School Elementary 472 31 15.2:1
Challenger Intermediate School Middle 442 32 13.8:1
Clark Davidson Elem Elementary 424 31 13.7:1
Oak Street Elementary School K-4 Elementary 378 25 15.1:1
USD 265 - Goddard Virtual School High 34 1 34.0:1
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Radio Stations near Goddard

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KWHK 95.9 FM - Hutchinson, KS classic hits, oldies AAC+ 128 kbps
1480 AM - KQAM - Wichita news talk MP3 96 kbps
KMUW music, npr MP3 128 kbps
My 93.1 KHMY MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Goddard

6 national parks and monuments found near Goddard.

ParkTypeFee
Cheney State Park State Park Free
El Dorado State Park State Park Free
Fairgrounds Park State Park Free
Great Salt Plains State Park State Park Free
Sandhills State Park State Park Free
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve National Preserve Free

Museums in Goddard

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FELLOW-REEVE MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND SCIENCENATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3162955000$47,557,706
EXPLORATION PLACEGENERAL MUSEUM3166600600$4,540,480
WICHITA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM3162684921$4,048,884
BOTANICA THE WICHITA GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3162640448$2,563,070
INDIAN CENTER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM650 N SENECA ST3163503340$877,498
WICHITA-SEDGWICK COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3162659314$719,856
MUSEUM OF WORLD TREASURESHISTORY MUSEUM3162631311$448,703
KANSAS AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3162627651$300,778
KANSAS SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3162622038$229,199
HISTORIC WICHITA-SEDGWICK COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$95,374
HOPE IN THE VALLEY EQUINE RESCUEAND SANCTUARYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3165194129$53,472
EAGLE VALLEY RAPTOR CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3163930710$28,350
KANSAS FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$22,735
AMERICAN OVERSEAS SCHOOLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION704 W DOUGLAS AVE3162656837$14,042
COLWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$64
ALLEN LAMBE HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3166871027
BOEING DOME THEATER AND PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 N MCLEAN BLVD
EXPLORATION PLACE THE SEDGWICK COUNTY SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 NORTH MCLEAN BOULEVARD
FELLOW-REEVE MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCEGENERAL MUSEUM3169434836
GREAT PLAINS TRANSPORTATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3162630944
JESSE JAMES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MCCORMICK MUSEUM-SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM855 SOUTH MARTINSON STREET3168333760
MCCORMICK SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM855 S MARTINSON3169433511
MIDWEST HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1203 NORTH MAIN3162643611
STECKLINE GALLERYART MUSEUM
VALLEY CENTER HISTORICAL & CULTURALHISTORIC PRESERVATION112 N MERIDIAN3167442275
WICHITA TOY TRAIN CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM3168385103

Libraries in Goddard

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WICHITA PUBLIC LIBRARY223 S. MAIN ST0.01,050,414
HAYSVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY210 S. HAYS AVENUE0.0119,220
PARK CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY2107 E. 61ST ST. N.0.035,252
VALLEY CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY321 WEST 1ST ST.0.034,368
CHENEY PUBLIC LIBRARY203 N. MAIN0.022,321
GODDARD PUBLIC LIBRARY201 N. MAIN0.017,294
SEDGWICK/LILLIAN TEAR501 COMMERCIAL0.015,080
CLEARWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY109 E. ROSS0.012,855
COLWICH COMMUNITY LIBRARY432 W COLWICH0.08,755
HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY121 NORTH KANSAS AVENUE0.07,540
GARDEN PLAIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY421 AVE B0.05,421
MT. HOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY109 SOUTH OHIO0.04,800
ANDALE DISTRICT LIBRARY328 MAIN ST0.02,484
VIOLA TOWNSHIP100 N. GRICE0.01,512

Farmers Markets in Goddard

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cheney Farmers MarketMain St.05/25/2013 to 10/05/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;
Delano Community Farmers Market300 S. Sycamore05/07/2014 to 10/29/2014Wed: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Haysville Hometown Market105 S. Main06/01/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit
Kansas Grown Farmers Market 21st & Ridge7001 W 21st St N04/02/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Old Town Farmers Market Wichita1st and Mosley05/02/2015 to 10/17/2015Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Goddard

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn Goddard

Restaurants in Goddard

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chili's
Great Wall Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut
Twelve Resturant & Bar

Veterinaries in Goddard

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oakcrest Pet Hospital

Gas Stations in Goddard

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Conoco
Dillons
KD Shop
Kwik Shop
Murphy Express
Phillips 66
QuikTrip

Golf Courses in Goddard

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auburn Hills Golf Course
Rolling Hills Country Club

Breweries in Goddard

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Central Standard BrewingFood & Drink, Breweries156 S Greenwood13162608515
Hank Is Wiser BreweryCheney, KS, Machinery & Equipment, Industrial Machinery and Equipment, Cheney Brewery Products Manuf213 N Main St3167618587
Hopping Gnome BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink1710 E Douglas Ave
River City BreweryBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Pubs, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Traditional American Restaur150 N Mosley St316-263-2739
The Hungry Heart and Whole Brewing CompanyGastropub and Brewery Downtown Wichita222 S Commerce St
Wichita Brewing Company & Pizzeria, Wichita Brewing Co Pizzeriabrewery, Bars, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale, pizza place, Pizza Place, Pizza8815 W 13th St N3164402885Visit

Nursing Homes in Goddard

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MEDICALODGES GODDARD
501 EASY ST
For profit - Corporation 60 55 4/5 4/5 3/5 3167948635

Cell Towers in Goddard

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7065 S. IDATOWER159
7065 S. IDATOWER159
7006 South Ida Street (82026)GTOWER152
7006 South Ida Street (82026)GTOWER152
1200 EAST 77TH STREET NORTH (80672)GTOWER111
1200 EAST 77TH STREET NORTH (80672)GTOWER111
2610 North 199th St. West /0.65 Mi. SW of St. Marks CityTOWER98
2610 NORTH 199TH ST. WEST (101113)GTOWER98
2610 NORTH 199TH ST. WEST (101113)GTOWER98
2610 North 199th St. West /0.65 Mi. SW of St. Marks CityTOWER98
6211 NORTH 135TH STREET WEST (63448)GTOWER70
6211 NORTH 135TH STREET WEST (63448)GTOWER70
N. Tracy Street - 0.29 miles from intersection of W. Wood StreetTOWER67
N. Tracy Street - 0.29 miles from intersection of W. Wood StreetTOWER67
501 EASY STREET (47024)LTOWER60
501 EASY STREET (47024)LTOWER60
200 S. CEDAR (111857)LTOWER57
200 S. CEDAR (111857)LTOWER57
10561 NORTH WEST STREET (63439)MTOWER51
10561 NORTH WEST STREET (63439)MTOWER51
1811 S 135TH STREET (63450)MTOWER49
1811 S 135TH STREET (63450)MTOWER49

Bridges in Goddard

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200234718,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200334718,000G
SlabConcrete continuous199213317,450G
SlabConcrete continuous199313317,450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Steel continuous200435117,450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Steel continuous200435117,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200434717,450G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200434717,450G
SlabConcrete continuous198513817,400F
SlabConcrete continuous200113010,330G
CulvertConcrete1940328,480G
CulvertConcrete2014217,605G
CulvertConcrete1992257,110G
SlabConcrete continuous20002536,000G
CulvertConcrete1941384,910G
SlabConcrete continuous20151624,622G
SlabConcrete continuous20151634,622G
CulvertConcrete1960434,220F
CulvertConcrete1960354,220F
CulvertConcrete1960323,503G
CulvertConcrete1960333,269F
CulvertConcrete1993213,200G
SlabConcrete continuous19851383,133F
CulvertConcrete2007263,011G
CulvertConcrete1977312,817F
CulvertConcrete1960442,796F
CulvertConcrete1989502,500G
CulvertConcrete1993382,181G
CulvertConcrete2010572,132G
SlabConcrete continuous19931031,901F
CulvertConcrete1989251,901G
CulvertConcrete2009281,488F
CulvertConcrete1977441,369G
CulvertConcrete2020551,143G
CulvertConcrete1900271,091P
CulvertConcrete2015381,056G
SlabConcrete continuous19821291,000G
CulvertSteel197025788F
CulvertConcrete200522626G
CulvertConcrete200531626G
CulvertConcrete199053626G
SlabConcrete continuous2009133500G
CulvertConcrete201144500G
CulvertConcrete198221450G
CulvertConcrete200624400G
CulvertConcrete200725311G
SlabConcrete continuous1993129254G
SlabConcrete continuous2015102200G
CulvertConcrete200528200G
CulvertConcrete202223140G
CulvertConcrete19003373F
CulvertConcrete20005065G
CulvertConcrete20083450G
CulvertConcrete19876550G
CulvertConcrete19993350G
CulvertConcrete20233350G
CulvertConcrete19993250G
SlabConcrete continuous199712750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19902550F
SlabConcrete continuous199511845G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19803640F
CulvertConcrete19926340G
SlabWood or Timber19862440F
CulvertConcrete19876540G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19834240F
CulvertConcrete19002740F
CulvertConcrete20193240G
CulvertSteel19702320G

Amtrak Stations in Goddard

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wichita, KS214 South Topeka StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Goddard

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GORDON EVANS ENERGY CENTER6001 N. 151 ST WESTSEDGWICK
OCCIDENTAL CHEMICAL CORPORATION - WICHITA PLANT6200 S. RIDGE RD.SEDGWICK

Airports Near Goddard

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hutchinson Municipal AirportHUTMedium Airport
McConnell Air Force BaseIABMedium Airport
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National AirportICTMedium Airport
Ag Air Service AirportSmall Airport
Albers AirportSmall Airport
Alfred Schroeder FieldSmall Airport
Alley FieldSmall Airport
Anthony Municipal AirportANYSmall Airport
Argonia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Augusta Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bannon FieldSmall Airport
Beech Factory AirportBECSmall Airport
Belle Plaine Farms AirportSmall Airport
Berwick AirportSmall Airport
Brady-Pippin AirportSmall Airport
Bug FieldSmall Airport
Butler AirparkSmall Airport
Caldwell Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Captain Jack Thomas El Dorado AirportEDKSmall Airport
Cessna Aircraft FieldCEASmall Airport
Cherokee StripSmall Airport
Colonel James Jabara AirportSmall Airport
Cook AirfieldSmall Airport
Daniel's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Eagle FieldSmall Airport
Eck FieldSmall Airport
Ferley Private Ultralight AirportSmall Airport
Fiscus AirportSmall Airport
Fisher AirportSmall Airport
Flugplatz AirportSmall Airport
Gators Place AirportSmall Airport
Gilley's AirportSmall Airport
Halstead AirportSmall Airport
Harper Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrison AirportSmall Airport
Heape FieldSmall Airport
Hidden Valley AirportSmall Airport
Hiebert AirfieldSmall Airport
High Point AirportSmall Airport
Irish Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Kaypod AirportSmall Airport
Kingman Airport Clyde Cessna FieldSmall Airport
Lake Waltanna AirportSmall Airport
Leverton AirportSmall Airport
Lil Bird AirportSmall Airport
Lloyd Stearman FieldSmall Airport
Lmn 120 AirportSmall Airport
Lyons-Rice County Municipal AirportLYOSmall Airport
Maize AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Goddard

23 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Andale Police Department
Bentley Police Department
Cheney Police Department
Clearwater Police Department
Colwich Police Department
Garden Plain Police Department
Goddard Police Department
Goddard Unified School District 265 Police Office
Haven Police Department
Haysville Police Department
Kansas Bureau of Investigations
Maize Police Department
Maize USD Number 266 Police Department
Mount Hope Police Department
Park City Police Department
Sedgewick County Public Safety714 North Main Street
Sedgwick County Jail141 West Elm Street
Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office Detention Center;Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office141 West Elm Street
Sedgwick Police Department
Valley Center Police Department
Wichita Police Department - South
Wichita Police Department - West
Wichita Police Department Headquarters

Grocery Stores in Goddard

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BRAUM'S 296Other18671 W Kellogg Dr
Casey's 4392Convenience Store1710 S 183rd St W
Casey's General Store 2965Convenience Store11931 W Central Ave
Dillon Store 081Super Store13415 W Maple St
DOLLARTREE 10154Other13801 W Maple St
Kwik Shop 350756Convenience Store20300 W Kellogg Dr
Murphy Express 8770Convenience Store18501 W Kellogg Dr
Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza KS028Specialty Store13303 W Maple St
QuikTrip 315Convenience Store1500 S Maize Rd
Schulte Food MartConvenience Store11012 Southwest Blvd
Stroot LockersSpecialty Store111 N Main St
Walgreens 2751Other13534 W Maple St
Walmart SC 3103Super Store18631 W Kellogg Dr

Post Offices in Goddard

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Goddard Post Office328 North Main Street

Treatment Centers in Goddard

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for ChangeSubstance Abuse316-201-1234
Change Your Life Enterprises IncSubstance Abuse316-737-2115
COMCARE of Sedgwick County - Adult Medical ServicesMental Health316-660-7500
COMCARE of Sedgwick County - Offender Assessment ProgMental Health316-660-1900
Holland Pathways - Sunflower Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse316-796-5782
Inspire Counseling and Support CenterBoth316-202-7051
Kansas Childrens Service LeagueMental Health316-686-6671
Miracles Inc - Residential Family Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse316-264-5900
Recovery Unlimited KS IncSubstance Abuse316-941-9948
Substance Abuse Center of Kansas - Residential ServicesSubstance Abuse316-633-4705
Tiyospaye Inc - DBA Higher GroundSubstance Abuse316-262-2060
Valley Hope of WichitaSubstance Abuse785-877-5111

DOL Wage Violations in Goddard

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $21,485 in back wages owed to 36 employees.

3
Violations
$21,485
Back Wages Owed
36
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Burwell Construction, Inc. 67052 1 $10,085 $630 16
Stroot Lockers 67052 1 $8,920 $4,460 2
Fiber Care, Inc. 67052 1 $2,481 $138 18

Churches & Religious Organizations in Goddard

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH124 W 2ND ST
HEARTLAND ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE GLOBAL METHODIST CHURCH INCPO BOX 699
HOLY SPIRIT PARISH18218 W US HIGHWAY 54
THE TABLE COMMUNITY CHURCH1204 N OAK RIDGE CIR
TOUCH YOUR WORLD MINISTRIES INC788 E SUNSET CIR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Goddard

What is the population of Goddard?

Goddard has a population of 5,361 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 951 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Goddard expensive to live in?

Goddard is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $92,220, 23% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $203,500 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,437 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Goddard safe?

Goddard is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 84 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 693 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Goddard receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Goddard?

Goddard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Goddard?

The job market in Goddard is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,166. There are 14,427 business establishments in the area, including 1,236 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 9.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Goddard?

The median home value in Goddard is $203,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,918. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,437. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,510.

How are the schools in Goddard?

Schools in Goddard score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.4% of adults in Goddard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Goddard?

The obesity rate in Goddard is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.1% of adults are smokers. 19.1% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 84.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,124.

What is transportation like in Goddard?

The average commute in Goddard is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Goddard?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Goddard is 89.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 14.8% of residents have a disability. 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

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