Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Golden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population17
Median AgeN/A
Density3/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans17.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$54,831M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation7,060 ft
Education
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+0.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Libraries20
Is Golden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Golden receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Golden faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Golden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Golden has a population of 17 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (0%).
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Golden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,221 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,971 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| |
| Establishments (County) | 22,948 |
| County GDP | $54,831M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,584 |
| Healthcare | 2,110 |
| Retail | 1,974 |
| Manufacturing | 547 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,874 |
| 39% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,874 |
| 39% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Golden vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 11,524/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,110 |
Crime Rates: Golden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 102 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Golden has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,060 ft (2,152 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2637°N, 106.2230°W |
| County FIPS | 35001 |