Home Value
$156,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Goldfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population160
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density1,143/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,023
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,305M
Housing
Home Value$156,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Elevation9,930 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4
Is Goldfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Goldfield receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Goldfield faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Goldfield is $156,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Goldfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Goldfield has a population of 160 with a density of 1,143 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Goldfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Goldfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Goldfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Goldfield vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $34,023 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,038 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,055 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,053 |
| County GDP | $1,305M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 88 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,869 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
The median home value in Goldfield is $156,900, 44% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,900 |
| 44% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,869 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
Health Metrics: Goldfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,621/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
Crime Rates: Goldfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Goldfield has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.0 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,930 ft (3,027 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7176°N, 105.1253°W |
| County FIPS | 08119 |