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Golden, MS

Mississippi

Golden is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 178. Residents earn $48,889 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
178 Population 307/sq mi density
$48,889 Median Income $32,571 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $155,684 Zillow
$752 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,889 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,889
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,889
Per Capita$32,571
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$733M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,684
Housing Units139
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation547 ft (167 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+59.2%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries1

Is Golden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golden receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Golden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Golden is $48,889, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Golden is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Golden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Golden has a population of 178 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

178
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Golden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golden is $48,889, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Golden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,889
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,571
Avg Weekly Wage$820
IRS Avg AGI$57,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$733M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare37
Retail78
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Golden is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,684

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Golden, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits9.5%
Premature Death10,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities37
Golden has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation547 ft (167 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates34.4866°N, 88.1863°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.7%
D 9.7%

Winner: Republican by 80 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+59.2%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants39
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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