Golinda, TX

Texas · McLennan County · Waco Metro

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.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

771 Population 185/sq mi density

$47,500 Median Income $28,619 per capita

$145,800 Home Value $296,451 Zillow

65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr

252 Violent Crime/100K 1,045 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair 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

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

252 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $47,500

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $145,800

48% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 252/100K

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.3%

31% lower 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

RentN/A

Ownership92.6%

Zillow$296,451

Housing Units379

Rent Burden17.5%

Crime

Violent252/100K

Property1,045/100K

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 Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute25 min

Broadband91.4%

EV Stations1

Libraries9

Is Golinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golinda receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Golinda has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Golinda is below the national average at 252 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,045 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

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, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.5% female and 42.5% male. The city is predominantly White (64.3%), with 16.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.5% of residents, while 28.5% speak Spanish. 8.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 62.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

771

Total Population

185

People / sq mi

45.6yrs

Median Age

17% above US avg

4.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%

Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Golinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.5%

9% below US avg

Spanish 28.5%

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. Per capita income is $28,619 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,161, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,039 business establishments, including 607 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 5.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index	0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	32.6%
	163% above US avg
Establishments (County)	6,039
County GDP	$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants	607
Healthcare	682
Retail	879
Manufacturing	250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,892
	154% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.4 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Golinda is $145,800, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,451, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 92.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 379 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $8,892 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$145,800
	48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$296,451

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	92.6%
Owner-Occupied	92.6%
Renter-Occupied	7.4%
Housing Units	379
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,892
	154% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.10%

In Golinda, 37.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 34.5% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 28.1% are physically inactive. 23.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 16.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303. The dentist ratio is 1:1,803. 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.0%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	34.5%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.1%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	62.3%
Uninsured	16.7%
	94% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,303
Dentists	1:1,803
Mental Health	1:465
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	49.8%
Premature Death	9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.0/10
Exercise Access	67.9%
Healthcare Facilities	682

Golinda has a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,045 per 100,000, 47% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Golinda receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	252.4/100K
	34% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,044.6/100K
	47% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Golinda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 451 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.4°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	451 ft (137 m)
Area	4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density	185/sq mi
Coordinates	31.3679°N, 97.0711°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	McLennan County County
Nearest Airport	Waco Regional (ACT) 19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"

0% below US avg

Snowfall 0.1"

Wettest Month (May) 4.76"

Driest Month (Jul) 1.93"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0462 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.41 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.30 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	91.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	65.4 / 100
Community Resilience	78.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on May 1, 2024.

May 7, 2015	5 km N of Venus, Texas	M4.0	124 km
Jun 24, 2012	3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.5	125 km
May 19, 2018	8 km NW of Venus, Texas	M3.4	124 km
Jan 18, 2012	9 km SSE of Godley, Texas	M3.3	118 km
Jun 15, 2012	5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.3	123 km
May 1, 2024	7 km S of Mansfield, Texas	M3.2	126 km
May 1, 2024	7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas	M3.1	127 km
Jul 17, 2011	2 km ESE of Venus, Texas	M3.0	117 km
Dec 5, 2009	7 km S of Midlothian, Texas	M2.9	116 km
Sep 3, 2015	7 km NNE of Leander, Texas	M2.9	108 km
Jul 10, 2012	6 km NNE of Keene, Texas	M2.8	122 km
Jun 2, 2009	1 km WNW of Cleburne, Texas	M2.8	114 km
Jul 6, 2012	5 km NE of Keene, Texas	M2.7	120 km
Oct 17, 2012	6 km WSW of Cedar Hill, Texas	M2.7	132 km
Jul 13, 2012	1 km WSW of Briaroaks, Texas	M2.7	128 km
Feb 4, 2016	7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas	M2.7	126 km
Jun 12, 2011	4 km NNW of Plum Grove, Texas	M2.7	97 km
Feb 24, 2013	6 km SSW of Oak Leaf, Texas	M2.7	123 km
Mar 10, 2013	6 km NNE of Godley, Texas	M2.7	133 km
Mar 17, 2013	3 km S of Oak Leaf, Texas	M2.6	127 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Beryl	Category 1	252 km
2017	Harvey	Category 1	298 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	173 km
2005	Rita	Category 1	299 km
1983	Alicia	Category 3	239 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

454 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 166 fatalities, 987 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 27, 1997	EF5	80 km	27
May 6, 1973	EF5	49 km	0
May 11, 1953	EF5	22 km	114
Mar 10, 1973	EF4	29 km	6
Mar 31, 1959	EF4	55 km	6
Apr 21, 1952	EF4	39 km	0
Apr 12, 2022	EF3	87 km	0
Apr 13, 2019	EF3	64 km	0
May 12, 2000	EF3	66 km	2
May 27, 1997	EF3	44 km	0
May 27, 1997	EF3	25 km	0
Apr 27, 1990	EF3	60 km	0
Mar 14, 1990	EF3	53 km	0
May 17, 1989	EF3	85 km	1
May 9, 1981	EF3	67 km	0
May 11, 1978	EF3	71 km	0
May 26, 1976	EF3	51 km	2
May 25, 1976	EF3	71 km	0
Apr 15, 1973	EF3	98 km	0
May 23, 1971	EF3	67 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

15 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRITTENBERG COMPLEX (21,391 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	CRITTENBERG COMPLEX	21,391	61 km
2011	ROBINETTE	6,039	65 km
2011	UNNAMED	5,706	60 km
2011	S839 CONCORD ROBBINS	4,388	89 km
2011	C#491	3,616	45 km
2018	HARMAN ROAD	3,094	86 km
2009	OWL CREEK	2,376	62 km
2011	UNNAMED	2,236	62 km
2006	BROWNS CREEK RANGE	1,889	62 km
2011	UNNAMED	1,581	70 km
2011	CORYELL COMPLEX	1,572	98 km
2008	HWY 195 FIRE	1,523	90 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,445	56 km
2005	UNNAMED	1,140	64 km
2011	CEDAR RIDGE	1,051	57 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	2.0 in	Coldest
February	52°F (11°C)	2.4 in
March	59°F (15°C)	2.8 in
April	67°F (19°C)	3.2 in
May	74°F (23°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	81°F (27°C)	3.4 in
July	83°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Driest
August	85°F (29°C)	2.0 in	Warmest
September	78°F (26°C)	3.5 in
October	69°F (20°C)	3.7 in
November	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
December	49°F (10°C)	2.4 in

Golinda has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.9").

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Golinda is located in McLennan County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.9% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 682 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%

D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.3%
	31% below US avg
High School+	93.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.0%
School Test Score	5.11

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	185/sq mi
Total Area	4.1 sq mi
County	McLennan County County

Services

Broadband Access	91.4%
Avg Download Speed	205.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	41.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	682
Restaurants	607
Retail Stores	879

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.4 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.3%

Average costs for common services in Golinda. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$580
Toddler	$550
Preschool	$537
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$528
Toddler	$507
Preschool	$502

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McLennan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	15,864	296	$78,674	1.57
Health Care & Social Assistance	15,374	620	$62,152	0.87
Retail Trade	13,140	809	$39,307	1.07
Accommodation & Food Services	12,776	606	$22,465	1.15
Construction	8,489	598	$65,677	1.32
Administrative & Waste Services	6,389	398	$40,488	0.88
Wholesale Trade	5,784	288	$73,533	1.20
Finance & Insurance	5,251	396	$82,855	1.05
Educational Services	5,168	86	$84,628	2.04
Professional & Technical Services	4,706	533	$106,528	0.55
Transportation & Warehousing	2,957	147	$56,663	0.57
Other Services	2,740	460	$50,989	0.74
Real Estate	2,414	314	$64,055	1.27
Arts & Entertainment	1,112	74	$27,078	0.54
Information & Technology	778	78	$60,426	0.34
Utilities	460	26	$118,497	0.99
Management of Companies	419	25	$69,800	0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas	216	10	$73,254	0.47
Agriculture & Forestry	194	55	$36,695	0.20
Unclassified	48	31	$43,605	0.28

Radio Stations near Golinda

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
US105	—	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Golinda

14 campgrounds found near Golinda.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
LIVE OAK RIDGE	4.6/5	47	$24–$30
AIRPORT PARK	4.5/5	69	$20–$200
CEDAR RIDGE (TX)	4.4/5	77	$20–$200
MIDWAY	4.4/5	37	$20–$52
WINKLER PARK	4.4/5	14	$20
SPEEGLEVILLE PARK	4.3/5	32	$32–$36
TEMPLES LAKE	4.2/5	1	$40
WESTCLIFF	4.2/5	28	$20–$30
WHITE FLINT PARK	4.2/5	23	$30–$40
REYNOLDS CREEK	4.1/5	40	$20–$75
STILLHOUSE	4.1/5	2	$120
TWIN BRIDGES GROUP SHELTER	3.6/5	1	$100
AIRPORT BEACH SHELTER	3.0/5	1	$100
BELTON LAKEVIEW PARK	2.7/5	2	$60–$120

National Parks Near Golinda

6 national parks and monuments found near Golinda.

Park	Type	Fee
Cleburne State Park	State Park	Free
Dinosaur Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Parker State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian State Park	State Park	Free
Mother Neff State Park	State Park	Free
Waco Mammoth National Monument	National Monument	Free

Museums in Golinda

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ARMSTRONG BROWNING LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547103566	$840,046,127
MARTIN MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		2547106390	$840,046,127
MAYBORN MUSEUM COMPLEX	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547101110	$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547101110	$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM- YOUTH CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547101110	$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM-GOVERNOR BILL AND VARA DANIEL HISTORIC VILLAGE	HISTORY MUSEUM		2547101110	$840,046,127
UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2547101110	$840,046,127
CAMERON PARK ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1701 NORTH 4TH STREET	2547508400	$777,313
DR PEPPER MUSEUM AND FREE ENTERPRISE INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547571025	$611,690
TEXAS MUSEUMS & HALLS OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$511,617
EAST TERRACE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2547535166	$338,807
HISTORIC WACO FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2547535166	$338,807
TEXAS REDMEN FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2547561221	$147,967
TEXAS BRAZOS TRAILBLAZERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$89,963
WACO CREATIVE ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2547524371	$84,990
TEXAS TENNIS MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547561633	$74,270
MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE	HISTORY MUSEUM		2547728226	$750
ANTIQUIBLES DOG MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	94300 I-35 N	2548290120
B-66 DESTROYER ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BAYLOR LIBRARY SERIALS	GENERAL MUSEUM
CARLEEN BRIGHT ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1 PAVILION WAY	2543999204
CSC F GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2542998622
EARLE-NAPIER-KINNARD HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2547560057
FALLS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2548839101
FORT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547564161
G.H. PAPE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		8177532032
LTC ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2542998622
MCCULLOCH HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547562828
PAC ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		2542998622
SCRIPTORIUM BIBLICAL HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
TEXAS HISTORIC AVIATION MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2547543640
TEXAS MARTIAL ARTS HALL FAM	ART MUSEUM		2546623229
TEXAS RANGER HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547508631
WACO HISPANIC MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WACO HISTORY PROJECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTPHALIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
YORK RITE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM OF TEXAS	GENERAL MUSEUM		2547530998

Libraries in Golinda

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WACO-MCLENNAN COUNTY LIBRARY	1717 AUSTIN AVE	467,185
HEWITT PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 ZUNI DR	274,896
PAULINE AND JANE CHILTON MEMORIAL MARLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 OAKS ST	11,003
NANCY NAIL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	124 S PEARL ST	3,896

Farmers Markets in Golinda

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
jackie moreno city Waco	1015 Hogan Lane appt. 6
Waco Downtown Farmers Market	500 Washington Avenue	01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Golinda

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bare Arms Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	2515 La Salle Ave	2547598480
Bj's Restaurant Brewhouse	Restaurant, American Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery	5929 W Waco Dr	2547760200, (254) 776-0200	Visit
Cadbury Schweppes	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	100 Aviation Pkwy	2544120143

Cell Towers in Golinda

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3780 WHITE OWL LANE (7936)	GTOWER	123
3780 WHITE OWL LANE (7936)	GTOWER	123
2150' NW FROM THE I/S CNTY LINE RD & ST. RTE 2957 (Belle Meade)	TOWER	99
.08 mi. W. of SR6 and .93 mi. E. of Country Club Road	TOWER	81
.08 mi. W. of SR6 and .93 mi. E. of Country Club Road	TOWER	81
1 MI W	TOWER	79
1 MI W	TOWER	79
(Chilton site) AU54XC224A	TOWER	78
(Riesel site) AU54XC352C	TOWER	78
718 EAST MAIN STREET (7941)	MTOWER	58
718 EAST MAIN STREET (7941)	MTOWER	58
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVE	MTOWER	52
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVE	MTOWER	52
337 MEIER SETTLEMENT ROAD (7972)	MTOWER	50
337 MEIER SETTLEMENT ROAD (7972)	MTOWER	50

Bridges in Golinda

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	190	7,699	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	160	7,699	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1931	79	7,515	F
Culvert	Concrete	1932	25	6,872	F
Culvert	Concrete	1958	24	4,889	F
Culvert	Concrete	1958	45	4,889	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2018	260	900	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	43	738	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1970	102	728	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1962	160	496	G
Culvert	Concrete	1969	22	496	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	54	433	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1960	180	433	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	33	433	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	22	343	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	120	305	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	32	305	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	35	153	F
Culvert	Concrete	2017	41	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1996	50	100	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	130	83	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	58	70	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2007	77	55	F
Culvert	Steel	2009	51	55	F
Culvert	Steel	2020	45	36	G

Amtrak Stations in Golinda

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Waco, TX	301 South 8th Street	BUS

Airports Near Golinda

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional Airport	TPL	Medium Airport
Waco Regional Airport	ACT	Medium Airport
Anxiety Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Apache Pass Airport	—	Small Airport
Bar 16 Airport	—	Small Airport
Bar 3 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnstormer Airport	—	Small Airport
Berry Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd Airport	—	Small Airport
Bryant's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Buckshot Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Buttermilk Air Strip	—	Small Airport
C David Campbell Field Corsicana Municipal Airport	CRS	Small Airport
Cade Field	—	Small Airport
Cameron Municipal Airpark	—	Small Airport
Charping Airport	—	Small Airport
Clifton Municipal Isenhower Field	—	Small Airport
Cold Springs UAV Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Corpora Airport	—	Small Airport
Cougar Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Coulter Field	CFD	Small Airport
Cross-Country Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
D Bar K Airport	—	Small Airport
Devil's Finger Airport	—	Small Airport
Fainting Goat Airport	—	Small Airport
Fill or Kill Airport	—	Small Airport
Fisher Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flanders Field	—	Small Airport
Flat Top Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying B Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fajita Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying G Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying ND Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 22	—	Small Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 50	—	Small Airport
Fort Parker Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Gatesville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgetown Executive Airport at Johnny Gantt Field	—	Small Airport
Gerik Ag Airport	—	Small Airport
Gizmo Field	—	Small Airport
Glaser Field	—	Small Airport
H H Coffield Regional Airport	RCK	Small Airport
Havelka Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawkeye Hunting Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Hearne Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Heathrow Airport	—	Small Airport
Hess Airport	—	Small Airport
Hidden Ridge Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hilde-Griff Field	—	Small Airport
Hillsboro Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Golinda

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Falls County Sheriff's Office	2847 State Highway 6 South
Robinson Police Department	111 West Lyndale Avenue
Waco Police Department	3115 Pine Avenue
Waco Police Department	721 North 4th Street

Grocery Stores in Golinda

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 16858	Other	6735 Golinda Dr

Treatment Centers in Golinda

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Central Texas VA Healthcare System - Waco VA Medical Center	Both	254-752-6581
Depaul Center	Both	254-776-5970
MedMark Treatment Centers - Waco	Substance Abuse	254-755-6411
Waco Center for Youth	Mental Health	254-756-2171
Waco Family Medicine	Mental Health	254-313-4504

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Frequently Asked Questions About Golinda

What is the population of Golinda?

Golinda has a population of 771 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.5% female and 42.5% male.

Is Golinda expensive to live in?

Golinda has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $145,800 (48% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Golinda safe?

Golinda is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,045 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Golinda receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Golinda?

Golinda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Golinda?

The job market in Golinda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,161. There are 6,039 business establishments in the area, including 607 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 5.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Golinda?

The median home value in Golinda is $145,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,451. The homeownership rate is 92.6%. The average annual property tax is $8,892.

How are the schools in Golinda?

Schools in Golinda score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.3% of adults in Golinda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Golinda?

The obesity rate in Golinda is 37.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 28.1% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 16.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303.

What is transportation like in Golinda?

The average commute in Golinda is 25 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Golinda?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Golinda is 64.3% White, 16.6% Black or African American. 71.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.5% speak Spanish. 8.3% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 62.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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