How much does it cost to rent in Goodyear, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Goodyear, AZ is $1,697. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Goodyear cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Goodyear is among the more affordable cities in Arizona, ranking #36 out of 51 cities at $1,697/mo.

When was Goodyear rent data last updated?

Goodyear rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Goodyear

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Pop. 590·36th most expensive in Arizona·Goodyear rents have dropped 5.0%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,697/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.0%

Month-over-Month

-2.9%

vs US Median

-$268

Falling (Monthly)

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Goodyear · $1,697

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

97/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 23% below what Goodyear's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,697/mo

Expected by trend

$2,214/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Goodyear's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,222

1 BR

$1,343

2 BR

$1,561

3 BR

$2,099

4 BR+

$2,350

Research median

$1,561/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$20,364/yr

At $1,697/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 5.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.0% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Goodyear, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

590

Median income

$103,319

Median age

29.8

Renters

27.4%

Age distribution

29.3%

29.7%

25.9%

12.4%

Under 1829.3%

18–3429.7%

35–542.7%

55–6425.9%

65+12.4%

Gender

30.7%

69.3%

Male30.7%

Female69.3%

Race & ethnicity

88.5%

Black2.4%

Hispanic9.2%

Other88.5%

Education (25+)

27.1%

31.4%

37.2%

No HS diploma27.1%

HS diploma31.4%

Some college37.2%

Bachelor's+4.3%

Housing tenure

72.6%

27.4%

Owner72.6%

Renter27.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Goodyear, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,583 → $1,697

up 7.2%

Income

$91,073 → $103,319

up 13.4%

Population

93,651 → 590

down 99.4%

Renter share

21.2% → 27.4%

+6.2 pts

Bachelor's+

33.4% → 4.3%

-29.1 pts

Median age

39.5 → 29.8

-9.7 yrs

Rent in Goodyear, AZ has climbed 7.2% since 2021, going from about $1,583 per month to roughly $1,697 today. Household income in the area moved from $91,073 to $103,319 across the same window, up 13.4% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 6.2 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 93,651 to 590 between 2021 and 2024, a 99.4% change. About 27.4% of households rent today, against 21.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 33.4% to 4.3%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Goodyear, AZ look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Goodyear on your salary?

At $1,697/mo, how Goodyear rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 22.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 30% income

stretched

By apartment size

Goodyear rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Goodyear. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Goodyear, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Goodyear is $1,697/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,222/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,561/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,343/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,099/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($103,319/yr), Goodyear ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Goodyear an affordable city for renters?

Goodyear is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,697/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($103,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Goodyear falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Goodyear?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,697/mo in Goodyear. The local median household income is $103,319/yr, meaning the typical Goodyear household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Goodyear?

Rent in Goodyear has decreased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Goodyear neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Goodyear are 85338 ($1,696/mo), and 85395 ($1,708/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Goodyear is $1,697/mo.

How does Goodyear rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Goodyear is one of the more affordable cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #36 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,697/mo.

What percentage of Goodyear residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.4% of Goodyear households are renters, while 72.6% are owner-occupied. Goodyear leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Goodyear rent compare to the national average?

Goodyear's median rent of $1,697/mo is $268 (14%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #36 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,697/mo, rent takes ~20% of Goodyear's median household income ($103,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Goodyear 20%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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