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Golinda, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Golinda is a small town in Texas with a population of 771. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
771 Population 185/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $28,619 per capita
$145,800 Home Value
$1,550 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $1,550/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,550
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.6%
163% higher than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$28,619
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty32.6%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$1,550
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units379
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking15.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation451 ft (137 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+10.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries9

Is Golinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golinda receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Golinda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Golinda is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 32.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Golinda is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,550 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Golinda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Golinda has a population of 771 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 16.6% Black.

Population

771
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Golinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.5%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.5%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golinda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golinda is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Golinda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,619
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.6%
163% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Golinda is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,550 (33% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,550
33% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units379
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate6.10%
In Golinda, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.3%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits49.8%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Golinda has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation451 ft (137 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates31.3679°N, 97.0711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48309
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+10.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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