There are 20 independent living communities serving Golden, Colorado. This includes 2 communities in Golden and 18 nearby. Independent living costs in Colorado range from around $32 to $160 daily, with an average expense running approximately $61. The monthly cost averages around $1,822 and ranges between $963 and $4,785. Yearly, the median cost is around $21,862, which is less than the national average of $23,100.
The cost of independent living in Golden, CO can range from about $1,265 per month all the way up to $4,160 per month. The median cost is about $2,338 per month, or around $28,050 annually.
Golden is a mid size city in Jefferson County within Colorado. It is part of the Denver-Aurora metro area. While the encompassing metro area contains 2,046,141 people, there are 57,589 residing in the city limits. Residents who are over 55 make up 27% of the total community.
Golden has an excellent SeniorScore™ of 80. The city has a median per capita income of $44,000 and a median household income is $75,000 (the Colorado state average is $51,000). The mean home price in Golden is $277,500, which is lower than the state average of $318,000. The city also has an average unemployment rate of around 5.71%.
Golden has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city receives ideal amounts of rain each year. Compared to other cities in the United States, Golden has a low rate of crime and very poor air quality.