Nekoma, ND

North Dakota

Nekoma is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 22. Residents earn $130,625 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
22 Population 59/sq mi density
$130,625 Median Income $69,409 per capita
$62,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$130,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,500 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,625
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $62,500
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Nekoma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22
Median Age67.2 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,625
Per Capita$69,409
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$589M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation1,623 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries1

Is Nekoma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nekoma receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Nekoma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nekoma is $130,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Nekoma among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nekoma is $62,500, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nekoma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nekoma has a population of 22 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 67.2 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

22
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
67.2yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Nekoma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nekoma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nekoma is $130,625, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nekoma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,625
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$114,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)173
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nekoma is $62,500, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,500
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Rate6.00%

Health Metrics: Nekoma vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,632/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

Crime Rates: Nekoma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Nekoma has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.1°F
31% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,623 ft (495 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates48.5782°N, 98.3761°W
County FIPS38019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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