Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Golden Meadow is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,791. Residents earn $70,701 per year, which is 6% below the national average.
Based on current data, Golden Meadow receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Golden Meadow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Golden Meadow is $70,701, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Golden Meadow is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Golden Meadow is below the national average at 194 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 48 per 100,000, 98% below the national average.
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Golden Meadow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,701 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,626 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,291 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,033 |
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,205 |
| County GDP | $6,287M |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Healthcare | 179 |
| Retail | 263 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,016 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.86% |
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $140,300 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $84,148 |
| Median List Price | $150,000 |
| Median List Price | $150,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $53 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.5% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $764 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,016 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.86% |
| Obesity | 44.6% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 31.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,656/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 179 |
| Total Violent | 193.8/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 193.8/100K |
| Total Property | 48.5/100K |
| 98% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 48.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 66.7 inches |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | -2 ft (-1 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 731/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3870°N, 90.2750°W |
| County FIPS | 22057 |
Winner: Republican by 62.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 731/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 179 |
| Restaurants | 159 |
| Retail Stores | 263 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |