How much does it cost to rent in Goddard, KS?

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Goddard, KS is $1,669. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Goddard cheaper than other Kansas cities?

Goddard is one of the pricier cities in Kansas, ranking #9 out of 27 cities tracked at $1,669/mo.

When was Goddard rent data last updated?

Goddard rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 18, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Pop. 6,030·9th most expensive in Kansas·Rental market data updated monthly for Goddard, KS

Median rent (all units)

$1,669/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

-$261

Stable (Monthly)

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Goddard · $1,669

More affordable than 63% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$930

1 BR

$1,020

2 BR

$1,340

3 BR

$1,760

4 BR+

$2,150

Research median

$1,340/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: May 18, 2026

Annual cost

$20,028/yr

At $1,669/mo median

Market timing

Rents stable

Prices holding steady month-over-month.

Demographics

Who lives here

Goddard, KS is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

6,030

Median income

$94,004

Median age

31.3

Renters

20.9%

Age distribution

31.4%

25.1%

26.6%

Under 1831.4%

18–3425.1%

35–5426.6%

55–645.3%

65+11.5%

Gender

46.5%

53.5%

Male46.5%

Female53.5%

Race & ethnicity

89.3%

White89.3%

Black1.3%

Hispanic12%

Asian0.6%

Education (25+)

19.1%

41.5%

35.1%

No HS diploma4.2%

HS diploma19.1%

Some college41.5%

Bachelor's+35.1%

Housing tenure

79.1%

20.9%

Owner79.1%

Renter20.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Goddard, KS has changed in 5 years

Income

$83,393 → $94,004

up 12.7%

Population

4,536 → 6,030

up 32.9%

Renter share

15.4% → 20.9%

+5.5 pts

Bachelor's+

31.7% → 35.1%

+3.4 pts

Median age

32.6 → 31.3

-1.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $83,393 to $94,004 across the same window, up 12.7% versus 2021. Census counts show Goddard, KS adding about 1,494 residents over the five-year window, up 32.9% on net. The renter share has risen from 15.4% to 20.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 31.7% to 35.1% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Goddard on your salary?

At $1,669/mo, how Goddard rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $85,032/yr · Rent = 23.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $60,372/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $69,543/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $124,299/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $158,823/yr · Rent = 12.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $56,529/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $51,039/yr · Rent = 39.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $62,910/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Goddard rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Goddard, KS

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Goddard is $1,669/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $930/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,340/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,020/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($94,004/yr), Goddard ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Goddard an affordable city for renters?

Goddard is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,669/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($94,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Goddard falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Goddard?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,669/mo in Goddard. The local median household income is $94,004/yr, meaning the typical Goddard household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Goddard?

Rent in Goddard has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of May 2026.

How does Goddard rent compare to other cities in Kansas?

Goddard is one of the pricier cities in Kansas for rent, ranking #9 out of 27 tracked cities at $1,669/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Goddard?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Goddard ($1,669/mo): Newton ($959/mo), Wichita ($1,118/mo), Park City ($1,261/mo).

What percentage of Goddard residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.9% of Goddard households are renters, while 79.1% are owner-occupied. Goddard leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.