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Goldsmith, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Goldsmith is a small town in Texas with a population of 215. Residents earn $89,464 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
215 Population 672/sq mi density
$89,464 Median Income $45,265 per capita
$110,900 Home Value
$1,433 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,464 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $1,433/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,464
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,433
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

How Goldsmith Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population215
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density672/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,464
Per Capita$45,265
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$16,516M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$1,433
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured17.9%
Smoking21.0%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,154 ft (961 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries1

Is Goldsmith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goldsmith receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Goldsmith stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goldsmith is $89,464, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goldsmith is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,433 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Goldsmith enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Goldsmith has a population of 215 with a density of 672 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

215
Total Population
672
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Goldsmith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Goldsmith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goldsmith is $89,464, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Goldsmith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,464
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,443
IRS Avg AGI$70,127

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,285
County GDP$16,516M

Business (County)

Restaurants356
Healthcare291
Retail500
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,644
90% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goldsmith is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,433 (23% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,433
23% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,644
90% above US avg
Effective Rate5.99%
In Goldsmith, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Uninsured17.9%
108% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death12,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities291
Goldsmith has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,154 ft (961 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density672/sq mi
Coordinates31.9833°N, 102.6164°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48135
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density672/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities291
Restaurants356
Retail Stores500

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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