Golden Beach, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Golden Beach is a small town in Florida with a population of 614. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
614 Population 1,861/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $150,839 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $7,657,278 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
104 Violent Crime/100K 1,044 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
104 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
76.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 104/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 76.5%
127% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

How Golden Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population614
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,861/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$150,839
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute31 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$7,657,278

Crime

F
Violent104/100K
Property1,044/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault104/100K
Burglary522/100K

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain68.3 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+76.5%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.9%
Libraries63

Is Golden Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golden Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Golden Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Golden Beach is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Golden Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Golden Beach is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Golden Beach is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 104 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,044 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

Golden Beach is a highly educated community — 76.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Golden Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Golden Beach has a population of 614 with a density of 1,861 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%).

Population

614
Total Population
1,861
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Golden Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.5%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.5%
396% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golden Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golden Beach is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Golden Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$150,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)123,309
County GDP$260,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,356
Healthcare11,061
Retail10,749
Manufacturing2,137

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Golden Beach is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $7,657,278.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$7,657,278
Median List Price$47,097,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$47,097,500
$/Sq Ft$1,463
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate0.61%
In Golden Beach, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Golden Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma8.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Golden Beach has a violent crime rate of 104 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,044 per 100,000 (47% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Golden Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent104.4/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault104.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,043.8/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary521.9/100K
Theft521.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Golden Beach has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 68.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.3 inches
80% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,861/sq mi
Coordinates25.9633°N, 80.1221°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 76.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (127% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin. 97.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+76.5%
127% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,861/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.9%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone68.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.5%

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