Goldfield, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Goldfield is a small town in Colorado with a population of 160.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
160 Population 1,143/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,023 per capita
$156,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/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

160
Total Population
1,143
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.3%
Female 33.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Goldfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,023
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$83,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$1,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare68
Retail88
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goldfield is $156,900, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied46.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Premature Death8,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities68

Crime Rates: Goldfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

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 Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,930 ft (3,027 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Coordinates38.7176°N, 105.1253°W
County FIPS08119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,143/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants78
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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