Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
15%
Golden
Golden, CO Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,889
Population
21,460
Renter Mix
44% Rent
Where the city meets the mountains
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Nestled at the foot of the Rocky Mountains along Clear Creek, Golden combines outdoor recreation with historic small-town appeal. This welcoming community, home to the Colorado School of Mines, embraces its western heritage while offering modern amenities and natural surroundings. Current rental trends show diverse options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,908, while larger three-bedroom homes command around $2,952 monthly. The rental market has experienced modest fluctuations, with some unit sizes seeing slight decreases in rates over the past year, making Golden an appealing alternative to Denver living.
Golden's downtown district centers on Washington Avenue, where local breweries complement the historic Coors Brewery, the world's largest single-site brewery. Outdoor enthusiasts have direct access to Clear Creek's kayak course and the hiking trails winding through North and South Table Mountains. The city celebrates its heritage through annual traditions at Buffalo Bill Days and the Golden Fine Arts Festival. The American Mountaineering Center stands as a cornerstone of the local outdoor community, while the neighborhoods surrounding the Colorado School of Mines showcase the city's commitment to both education and community connection.
Explore the City
Downtown Golden is a vibrant community with plenty of activities, indoors and out.
Golden Gate Canyon State Park has hiking and fishing spots.
The best place to catch a show is at the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre.
There are plenty of boutique shops to explore along Washington Ave in Downtown Golden.
Golden is a historic western town settled along the base of the foothill mountains.
Cyclists love the Clear Creek Trail that spans miles through Downtown Golden.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$92,063
Average: $122,148
Education
10,159
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,222
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Golden has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
44%
Non-Renters
56%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Golden, CO is $1,368 for a studio, $1,885 for one bedroom, $2,350 for two bedrooms, and $3,073 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Golden has decreased by -4.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,885/month
712 Sq Ft
House
$2,903/month
1,643 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,807/month
793 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Golden, CO is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
519 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
484 Students
Public
Grades K-5
274 Students
Public
Grades K-5
633 Students
Public
Grades K-12
756 Students
Public
Grades K-12
756 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
731 Students
Manning School of Academics and Arts
Public
Grades 6-8
670 Students
Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School
Public
Grades PK-12
424 Students
Free Horizon Montessori Charter School
Public
Grades PK-8
394 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,416 Students
Public
Grades K-12
756 Students
Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School
Public
Grades PK-12
424 Students
Jeffco's 21st Century Virtual Academy
Public
Grades 6-12
339 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
91 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Clear Creek History Park
- Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum
- Windy Saddle Park
- South Table Mountain Park
- Colorado Railroad Museum
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Denver International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.