Median Income
$39,592
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$189,300
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.3%
98% lower than US avg
How Goldston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population367
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.3%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,592
Per Capita$27,644
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute30 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$189,300
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$262,502
Rent Burden19.5%
Health
Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation404 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+68.3%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute30 min
Broadband76.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Goldston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Goldston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Goldston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Goldston is $39,592, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Goldston is $189,300, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Goldston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Goldston has a population of 367 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Goldston is $39,592, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,592 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,644 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $125,177 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,182 |
| County GDP | $2,919M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 119 |
| Healthcare | 163 |
| Retail | 189 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,662 |
| 62% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.99% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 50.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Goldston is $189,300, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,502.
Home Values
| Census Median | $189,300 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $262,502 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,662 |
| 62% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.99% |
In Goldston, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Goldston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.3% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.6% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 68.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,552/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 163 |
Crime Rates: Goldston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Goldston has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 346/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5934°N, 79.3260°W |
| County FIPS | 37037 |