Goodyear

by The Linguist

 

Goodyear, Arizona

Goodyear, Arizona is a city located in Maricopa County, Arizona. As of the 2020 census, the population of Goodyear was 98,075, making it one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona.

History of Goodyear

Goodyear has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s. The city was named after the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, which purchased land in the area in 1917 to grow cotton for tire reinforcement. Goodyear later built a manufacturing plant to produce airship envelopes during World War II.

After the war, Goodyear continued to grow its operations in the area. Litchfield Park, an unincorporated town, was developed in the 1950s by Paul Litchfield as a housing community for Goodyear workers. In 1985, the residents of Litchfield Park voted to become their own incorporated city. The remaining area was incorporated as the city of Goodyear in 1985.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Goodyear include:

Goodyear Ballpark

The Goodyear Ballpark is the spring training home to the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds MLB baseball teams. The ballpark opened in 2009 and can seat over 10,000 fans.

Address: 1933 S Ballpark Way, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (623) 882-3120

Historic Goodyear Train Depot

The Historic Goodyear Train Depot was built in 1926 and served as a cotton depot for the Goodyear Company. It was restored in 2000 and now houses the Goodyear Visitor Information Center.

Address: 190 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (623) 932-1780

Goodyear Recreational Complex

The Goodyear Recreational Complex features a 15,000 square foot skate park, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, playground, and splash pad.

Address: 430 E Loma Linda Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (623) 882-7525

Goodyear Community Park

Goodyear Community Park spans 144 acres and has ramadas, lighted baseball and softball fields, volleyball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground, and walking paths.

Address: 3151 N. Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85395

GPS Coordinates: 33.480213, -112.357901

Palm Valley Golf Course

Palm Valley Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course with stunning mountain views.

Address: 2021 N Wigwam Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Phone: (623) 853-2226

GPS Coordinates: 33.481205, -112.326038

Estrella Mountain Regional Park

Estrella Mountain Regional Park covers over 20,000 acres and offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, and stunning views.

Address: 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Phone: (623) 932-3811

GPS Coordinates: 33.479217, -112.336050

Economy and Major Employers

Some of the top employers and industries in Goodyear include:

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Goodyear is provided by Valley Metro. The local bus routes serve popular destinations including downtown Goodyear, Palm Valley Marketplace, Walmart Supercenter, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, and connect to the Metro light rail system.

Goodyear City Resources

City Government

City of Goodyear

Address: 190 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (623) 932-3910

Public Library

Goodyear Branch Library

Address: 250 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (602) 652-3000

Goodyear Recreation

Goodyear Recreation offers classes, sports leagues, special events and manages parks and facilities.

Address: 3075 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85395

Phone: (623) 882-7525

Greater Goodyear Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Goodyear Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and fosters economic growth.

Address: 160 N Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Phone: (623) 935-3467

School Districts

Goodyear is served by several school districts:

Avondale Elementary School District

Avondale Elementary School District serves K-8 students in Avondale and Goodyear.

Liberty Elementary School District

Liberty Elementary School District serves K-8 students in Buckeye and Goodyear.

Agua Fria Union High School District

Agua Fria Union High School District serves 9-12 students in Avondale, Buckeye, Goodyear, and Waddell.

Buckeye Union High School District

Buckeye Union High School District serves 9-12 students in Buckeye and Goodyear.

Maricopa County

Goodyear is located in Maricopa County.

Address: 301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003

Phone: (602) 506-3011

Goodyear Map

Here is an interactive map of Goodyear:

Local Sports Teams

Goodyear is home to the Goodyear Ballpark, spring training facility for the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds MLB teams.

The Arizona Fall League also hosts games and its championship at Goodyear Ballpark.

Goodyear Facebook

Stay up to date on news and events happening in Goodyear by following the City of Goodyear Facebook page.