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Crime in Golden Valley summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Golden Valley. Key points include:
There were 160 total crimes in Golden Valley in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Golden Valley is 758.5 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Golden Valley is 71.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Golden Valley is 687.4 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Golden Valley is -64.21% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Golden Valley Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Golden Valley / 100k People |
Minnesota / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 160 | 758.5 | 1,862.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 15 | 71.1 | 256.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4.7 | 48.9 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 11 | 52.1 | 168.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 145 | 687.4 | 1,606.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 21 | 99.5 | 184.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 109 | 516.7 | 1,208.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 15 | 71.1 | 213.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Golden Valley summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Golden Valley. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:
The cost of living in Golden Valley is 122 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Golden Valley is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Golden Valley is $437,256.
The median income in Golden Valley is $108,772.
Golden Valley's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Golden Valley Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Golden Valley | Minnesota | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 122 | 101 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 170 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 101 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 101 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Golden Valley, MN Weather
The average high in Golden Valley is 54.9° and the average low is 36.5°.
There are 64.4 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 32.6 inches of precipitation each year with 52.5 inches of snow.
| Stat | Golden Valley |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 54.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 64.4 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 32.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 52.5 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Golden Valley Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Golden Valley
The current population in Golden Valley is 21,725. The population has increased 7.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 21,725 | -0.9% |
| 2023 | 21,927 | -1.0% |
| 2022 | 22,142 | -0.5% |
| 2021 | 22,247 | 2.9% |
| 2020 | 21,611 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 21,566 | 0.9% |
| 2018 | 21,364 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 21,208 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 21,040 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 20,866 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 20,683 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 20,594 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 20,454 | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 20,314 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 20,184 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Golden Valley
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Golden Valley is:
76.7% White with 16,668 White residents.
6.9% African American with 1,492 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 30 American Indian residents.
3.1% Asian with 682 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 26 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 114 Other residents.
7.3% Two Or More with 1,588 Two Or More residents.
5.2% Hispanic with 1,125 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Golden Valley | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 76.7% | 75.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 6.9% | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.1% | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.3% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.2% | 6.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Golden Valley
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Golden Valley is 51.4% female with 11,173 female residents.
Golden Valley is 48.6% male with 10,552 male residents.
| Gender | Golden Valley | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Golden Valley for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed 9-12th grade.
14.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed high school / ged.
16.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed associate's degree.
36.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed bachelor's degree.
16.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Golden Valley completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Golden Valley | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 14.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 16.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 36.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 16.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Golden Valley, Minnesota
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5.8% of households in Golden Valley earn Less than $10,000.
3.2% of households in Golden Valley earn $10,000 to $14,999.
1.7% of households in Golden Valley earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.8% of households in Golden Valley earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.8% of households in Golden Valley earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.4% of households in Golden Valley earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.4% of households in Golden Valley earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.5% of households in Golden Valley earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.6% of households in Golden Valley earn $150,000 to $199,999.
24.8% of households in Golden Valley earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Golden Valley | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.8% | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.2% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1.7% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.8% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.8% | 9.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.4% | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.4% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.5% | 19.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.6% | 11.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 24.8% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
