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Gold Mountain, CA

California

Gold Mountain is a small town in California with a population of 91.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
91 Population 15/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Gold Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population91
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$127M
Commute17 min

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking14.6%
Depression30.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain64.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation5,337 ft (1,627 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+100.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute17 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries4

Is Gold Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gold Mountain receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gold Mountain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Gold Mountain is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gold Mountain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gold Mountain has a population of 91 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

91
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Gold Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gold Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gold Mountain is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Gold Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Gold Mountain, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 30.5% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Gold Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma12.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Gold Mountain has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.9 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,337 ft (1,627 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates39.7613°N, 120.5191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+100.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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