Golden Meadow, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Lafourche Parish County
Golden Meadow, LA
At a Glance
How Golden Meadow Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Golden Meadow's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Golden Meadow a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Golden Meadow residents earn a median household income of $70,701 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,626. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,205 business establishments, including 159 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Golden Meadow is $140,300 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $84,196. Median rent is $764/month, with 19.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Golden Meadow reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,057/100K.
Education
11.9% of adults in Golden Meadow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 83.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Golden Meadow has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). 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 48.