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Goodland, KS


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Goodland, Kansas

Goodland, Kansas, in Sherman county, is 167 miles E of Aurora, Colorado. The city is home to some 4,948 residents.

The People and Families of Goodland

In Goodland, about 55% of adults are married.

The people of Goodland are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Goodland had a median family income of $38,309.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Goodland. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Goodland Housing

According to the 2000 census, 66% of the housing in Goodland was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Goodland, 90% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

Of Note

High Points

Goodland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kansas):

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Comparative Profile of Goodland, KS

Comparing Goodland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men88
Senior Citizens75
Racial Diversity78
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Age of the Population55
Female Share of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married43
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults64
People Above Poverty54
People in Middle Class or Better53
Median Family Income44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home88
Walking and Biking to Work76
Public Transportation Use67

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone87
Seasonal and Vacation Housing79
Affordability of Rents65
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66
Housing Recently Built68
Affordability of Property Taxes53

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime44
Low Violent Crime33

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