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Goldfield, Iowa, in Wright county, is 50 miles N of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 145 miles NE of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 680.
In Goldfield, about 64% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Goldfield, which is home to many people who live alone.
Unlike most cities, the city has proportionately more males than females. Goldfield boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.
In 2000, Goldfield had a median family income of $41,250. If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Goldfield.
Political donors in Goldfield favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,375. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.
Goldfield has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 84% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for Iowa. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Goldfield the property taxes tend to be lower than most.
In Goldfield, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Goldfield can boast better commuting than most places.
Goldfield strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 6% |  |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Goldfield to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):
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