Golden, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
178 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,889 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$103,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$292 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$521 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tishomingo County
2
Mississippi
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tishomingo County
2
Mississippi
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 0 43
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 4 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 5, MS State House District 3, MS
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Schools

Belmont School
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Red Bay High School
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Tishomingo Elementary
10 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Itawamba Community College
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northwest-Shoals Community College
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of North Alabama
36 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Red Bay Hospital
3 miles, SE
Tishomingo Health Services Inc
22 miles, N • 5 star
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville
25 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Russellville Hospital
27 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Golden Triangle Regional Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
109 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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