Golden View Colony, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Golden View Colony is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 82.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
82 Population 85/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,765 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 59.8%
77% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population82
Median Age76.3 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,765
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$406M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,496 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.8%
High School+59.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband0.0%

Is Golden View Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golden View Colony receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Golden View Colony stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

Golden View Colony is a highly educated community — 59.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 59.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Golden View Colony has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Golden View Colony has a population of 82 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 76.3 years, 96% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

82
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
76.3yrs
Median Age
96% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Golden View Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.5%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.5%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golden View Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golden View Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Golden View Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,765
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$85,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg
In Golden View Colony, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure22.9%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate63.4%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

Crime Rates: Golden View Colony vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Golden View Colony has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates43.6954°N, 97.4436°W
County FIPS46087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 59.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.8%
77% above US avg
High School+59.8%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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