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Golden City, MO


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Golden City, Missouri

Golden City, Missouri, in Barton county, is 45 miles W of Springfield, Missouri (center to center) and 121 miles S of Kansas City, Missouri. The city contains a population of approximately 884.

The People and Families of Golden City

In Golden City, about 54% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Golden City, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Golden City had a median family income of $25,347.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Golden City favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Golden City Housing

Golden City has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 67% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the city might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Golden City, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in the city the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Golden City, 92% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyGolden City Low Violent Crime
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Golden City Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Golden City Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Golden City, MO

Comparing Golden City to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population89
Senior Citizens77
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Racial Diversity55
Age of the Population56
Female Share of the Population32
Well-Paid Single Men33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size45
Portion of People Married34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty22
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income11
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times77
Working at Home55
Walking and Biking to Work44
Public Transportation Use33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Affordability of Rents98
People Living Alone98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing79
Housing Recently Built21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime22
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