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Golden Valley, MN


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Golden Valley, Minnesota

Golden Valley, Minnesota, in Hennepin county, is 4 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is located in the Minneapolis - Saint Paul metropolitan area. Golden Valley has a population of 20,281.

The People and Families of Golden Valley

In Golden Valley, about 58% of adults are married.

You'll feel comfortable in Golden Valley if you're 65 since the city is home to many people that age or older.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Golden Valley had a median family income of $75,899. People in Golden Valley generally have good earning power. The city has a large middle class. Poverty is less common in Golden Valley than most places. The city enjoys an educated population. In Golden Valley, try going next door to borrow a cup of sugar or an inkjet printer cartridge -- home offices are quite common in Golden Valley. This city has lots of successful singles.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Golden Valley gave more campaign money ($54,395) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Golden Valley Housing

Owners occupy 81% of the housing units in Golden Valley. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.

Commuting

In Golden Valley, 89% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Golden Valley strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyGolden Valley Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Golden Valley Well-Paid Single Men
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 8%Golden Valley Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 9%Golden Valley Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Golden Valley College Educated Adults
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 10%Golden Valley Racial Diversity
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Golden Valley Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Golden Valley People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Golden Valley, MN

Comparing Golden Valley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population109
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Senior Citizens96
Male Share of the Population66
Racial Diversity510
Female Share of the Population55
Children Under 5 Years Old23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married77
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
People in Middle Class or Better910
People Above Poverty99
Median Family Income910

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home109
Public Transportation Use810
Short Commute Times76
Walking and Biking to Work56

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone65
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Housing Recently Built45
Affordability of Rents42
Affordability of Property Taxes41

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime66
Low Violent Crime53

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