What are the schools like in Goodwell, OK?

Goodwell is served primarily by GOODWELL. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Goodwell?

The median household income in Goodwell, OK is $60,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Goodwell, OK?

Goodwell has an average high temperature of 48.6°F in January and 93.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.7 inches.

Goodwell, OK Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Goodwell, OK affordable or expensive?

Goodwell's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Goodwell is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $114,100 and the median rent is $730 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Goodwell, OK?

Goodwell has a violent crime rate of 160.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1060.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Goodwell, OK a Good Place to Live?

Goodwell is a small town of 1,059 in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $60,375 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Goodwell stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Goodwell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Goodwell city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.7

Goodwell's overall cost of living index is 88.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Goodwell costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Goodwell, OK	National Avg
Median Home Value	$114,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$730	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	47.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$60,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Goodwell's violent crime rate is 160.1 per 100,000 residents — 58% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

160.1 /100k

Property Crime

1060.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Goodwell is served primarily by GOODWELL. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Goodwell, OK	National Avg
School District	GOODWELL	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	42.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Goodwell sees average highs of 48.6°F in January and 93.0°F in July, with 16.7 inches of annual precipitation and 2.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Goodwell, OK
Average High — January	48.6°F
Average High — July	93.0°F
Annual Precipitation	16.7"
Annual Snowfall	2.7"

Demographics

Metric	Goodwell, OK	National Avg
Population	1,059	—
Median Age	22.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.7%	18.9%
Asian	3.8%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	7.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Goodwell

Goodwell, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code:

73939

Goodwell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goodwell, OK affordable or expensive?

Goodwell's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Goodwell roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $114,100 and median rent is $730/month.

What is the crime rate in Goodwell, OK?

Goodwell's violent crime rate is 160.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1060.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Goodwell?

Public schools in Goodwell are operated by GOODWELL. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 42.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Goodwell, OK a good place to live?

Goodwell, OK has a population of 1,059, a median household income of $60,375, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Goodwell?

Goodwell averages 48.6°F in January and 93.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 16.7 inches with about 2.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Goodwell?

Goodwell, OK is covered by 1 ZIP code: 73939.

What is the population of Goodwell?

The population of Goodwell, Oklahoma is 1,059 with a median age of 22.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Goodwell?

Key numbers for living in Goodwell: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $114,100, median household income $60,375, crime index 45 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Goodwell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.