Median Income
$94,654
26% higher than US avg
Home Value
$376,300
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,248
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How Golden Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population10,445
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density957/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A
Median Income$94,654
Per Capita$43,710
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute34 min
Housing
A
Home Value$376,300
Rent$1,248
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation3,940 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+91.9%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute34 min
Libraries28
Is Golden Hills a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Golden Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Golden Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Golden Hills is $94,654, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Golden Hills is $376,300, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,248 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Golden Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Golden Hills has a population of 10,445 with a density of 957 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Golden Hills vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.5% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.5% |
| 31% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Golden Hills vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Golden Hills is $94,654, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Golden Hills vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $94,654 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,710 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,155 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,998 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 27,950 |
| County GDP | $63,070M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,569 |
| Healthcare | 1,838 |
| Retail | 2,004 |
| Manufacturing | 417 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,285 |
| 51% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
The median home value in Golden Hills is $376,300, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,248 (7% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $376,300 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $402,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $402,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $248 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 32.3% |
| Inventory | 31 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,248 |
| 7% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,285 |
| 51% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.40% |
In Golden Hills, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Golden Hills vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,697/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,838 |
Crime Rates: Golden Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 197 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Golden Hills has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.7 inches |
| 67% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,940 ft (1,201 m) |
| Area | 10.9 sq mi (28.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 957/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1364°N, 118.4976°W |
| County FIPS | 06029 |