Bachelor's+
6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Gold Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population401
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,545
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$7,886M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,620
Health
Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation750 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+50.7%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband71.1%
Libraries5
Is Gold Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Gold Hill receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Gold Hill faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.
Education
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Gold Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Gold Hill has a population of 401 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Gold Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Gold Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Gold Hill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Gold Hill vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $29,545 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,106 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,150 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,334 |
| County GDP | $7,886M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 235 |
| Healthcare | 273 |
| Retail | 429 |
| Manufacturing | 181 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,570 |
| 2% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,620.
Home Values
| |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,620 |
| Median List Price | $390,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $390,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $387 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.6% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,570 |
| 2% above US avg |
In Gold Hill, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Gold Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,312/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 273 |
Crime Rates: Gold Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Gold Hill has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 750 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5186°N, 80.3475°W |
| County FIPS | 37159 |