Median Income
$36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.8%
61% lower than US avg
How Nikolai Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population89
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans76.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$33,173
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute5 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease8.2%
Climate
Avg Temp30°F
AQI21 (Good)
Elevation425 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute5 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries11
Is Nikolai a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Nikolai receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nikolai offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Nikolai is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Nikolai is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Nikolai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Nikolai has a population of 89 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (87.6%), with 2.2% White, 2.2% Black.
Population
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
The median household income in Nikolai is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,250 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,173 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,200 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,368 |
| County GDP | $3,590M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 314 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 270 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.94% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 4.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Nikolai is $101,300, 64% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,300 |
| 64% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.94% |
In Nikolai, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Nikolai vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.0% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 46.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 61.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,874/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
Crime Rates: Nikolai vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Nikolai has an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-2°F Jan (-19°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 29.8°F |
| 45% below US avg |
| January Average | -2°F (-19°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 425 ft (130 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 62.9991°N, 154.3749°W |
| County FIPS | 02122 |