Gooding, population 3,384, is located in South Central Idaho, a few miles from I-84, combining the friendly atmosphere of a small western community with easy access to the convenience of larger cities, i.e. Boise 98 miles to the west and Twin Falls, 33 miles east.

Established in 1907 and incorporated in 1908, the city of Gooding is located on 160 acres originally owned by Frank R. Gooding, a former Governor and Senator in Idaho.