Median Income
$56,438
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$92,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.4%
32% lower than US avg
How Goodland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population923
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density1,214/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,438
Per Capita$29,672
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$623M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$92,200
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,687
Rent Burden37.1%
Health
Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation720 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+86.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Libraries6
Is Goodland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Goodland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Goodland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Goodland is $56,438, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Goodland is $92,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Goodland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Goodland has a population of 923 with a density of 1,214 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 3.5% Hispanic.
Population
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
The median household income in Goodland is $56,438, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,438 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,672 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,687 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 213 |
| County GDP | $623M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Goodland is $92,200, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,687.
Home Values
| Census Median | $92,200 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,687 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $475 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 37.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,100 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
In Goodland, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Goodland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.0% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,602/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Goodland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Goodland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 720 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7637°N, 87.2952°W |
| County FIPS | 18007 |