Cost of Living in Golden Valley, ND
Population: 241 | North Dakota
Golden Valley is 18% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Golden Valley, ND: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 82, Golden Valley, ND is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the North Dakota state average of 74. Golden Valley is a small community of 241 residents.
The median household income in Golden Valley is $76,875, which is 2% higher than the national median of $75,149.
Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Golden Valley. The area sees an average annual temperature of 40.9°F, with summers averaging 66°F and winters around 14°F. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches spread over roughly 102 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.
Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.
Income
- Median Household Income
- $76,875
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- +2%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $135,700
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $744/mo
Climate in Golden Valley
NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 21 | 25 | 37 | 53 | 66 | 74 | 81 | 81 | 71 | 54 | 38 | 25 |
| Avg °F | 11 | 15 | 27 | 41 | 54 | 63 | 68 | 68 | 58 | 43 | 28 | 16 |
| Low °F | 2 | 5 | 17 | 29 | 41 | 51 | 56 | 54 | 45 | 32 | 19 | 7 |
| Rain" | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 2.6 | 3.5 | 2.6 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.7 |