Median Income
$55,875
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,500
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.1%
26% lower than US avg
How Golden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population711
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,111/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,875
Per Capita$29,725
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$824M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,500
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.9%
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation715 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries8
Is Golden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Golden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Golden 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 is $55,875, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Golden is $125,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Golden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Golden has a population of 711 with a density of 1,111 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).
Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Golden is $55,875, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,875 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,725 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,288 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 26% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 412 |
| County GDP | $824M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 63 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,612 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Golden is $125,500, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,500 |
| 55% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $713 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,612 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
In Golden, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Golden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,758/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Golden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Golden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1103°N, 91.0192°W |
| County FIPS | 17067 |