Golden's Bridge, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Golden's Bridge is a small town in New York with a population of 1,549. Residents earn $240,417 per year, which is 220% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,549 Population 643/sq mi density
$240,417 Median Income $124,817 per capita
$706,900 Home Value
$2,375 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$240,417 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$706,900 home value, $2,375/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $240,417
220% higher than US avg
Home Value $706,900
151% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.6%
118% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,375
104% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,549
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density643/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$240,417
Per Capita$124,817
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,494M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$706,900
Rent$2,375
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation344 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.6%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute44 min
Libraries8

Is Golden's Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golden's Bridge receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Golden's Bridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Golden's Bridge is $240,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 220% above $75,149. This places Golden's Bridge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Golden's Bridge is $706,900, making it a premium housing market at 151% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,375 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Golden's Bridge is a highly educated community — 73.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Golden's Bridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Golden's Bridge has a population of 1,549 with a density of 643 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

1,549
Total Population
643
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Golden's Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golden's Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golden's Bridge is $240,417, which is 220% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Golden's Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$240,417
220% above US avg
Per Capita Income$124,817
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$112,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,328
County GDP$5,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare245
Retail298
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.5 min
Work from Home39.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Golden's Bridge is $706,900, 151% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,375 (104% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$706,900
151% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,375
104% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Golden's Bridge, 21.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure21.5%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress12.5%
Physical Distress7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death4,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities245

Crime Rates: Golden's Bridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Golden's Bridge has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density643/sq mi
Coordinates41.2902°N, 73.6704°W
County FIPS36079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (118% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.6%
118% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density643/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities245
Restaurants222
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.5 min
Work from Home39.5%

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