Goodyear

Goodyear, Arizona Overview

Goodyear ranks #2 of 20 cities in Arizona, earning a A grade with a composite score of 63.0/100. The city stands out in Growth (93/100) and Safety (85/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Goodyear

Goodyear’s median household income of $105,160 is 41% above the Arizona median of $74,568, and its 3.4% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.3%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 5.4% recently.

Safety in Goodyear

At 158.3 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Goodyear sits meaningfully below the Arizona average of 430 — a 172% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1670.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Goodyear

Goodyear has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $441,900. Median monthly rent is $1,848. Renters spend 21.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Goodyear

The adult obesity rate in Goodyear is 30.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.4%. Residents average 14.4 poor mental health days per month. Arizona ranks #33 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Goodyear

Goodyear’s high school graduation rate of 94.8% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. With a student-teacher ratio of 29.2:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $10,096. The city has 24 public schools serving 19,309 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Goodyear

Summers in Goodyear are hot, averaging 93.3°F. Summers average 93.3°F. Winters average 53.8°F. The area is arid, receiving only 10.4 inches of precipitation annually. 16.2% of workers in Goodyear work from home, well above the national average.

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