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Nokomis, SK

Saskatchewan

Nokomis is a small town in Saskatchewan with a population of 414. Residents earn $58,800 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
414 Population 421/sq mi density
$58,800 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 11.4% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 309 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$58,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,800
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population414
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,800
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty18.5%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units180
Rent Burden11.4%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+37.7%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute19 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Nokomis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nokomis receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nokomis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nokomis is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nokomis is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Nokomis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Nokomis has a population of 414 with a density of 421 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

414
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nokomis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages2.4%

Social Characteristics

Nokomis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nokomis is $58,800, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,000 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 26.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nokomis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,800
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nokomis is $95,000, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below the national average of $1,163). There are 180 total housing units in the city. 11.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden11.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%
Renter-Occupied8.3%
Housing Units180

Property Tax

In Nokomis, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Nokomis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 309 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,726 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.2°F
33% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.9 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates51.5105°N, 105.0087°W
TimezoneAmerica/Regina

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 8°F (-13°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 21°F (-6°C) 0.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.5 in
December 6°F (-14°C) 0.6 in

Nokomis has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from 1°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.4").

14.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+37.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Nokomis

What is the population of Nokomis?

Nokomis has a population of 414 residents and is located in Saskatchewan. The population density is 421 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Nokomis expensive to live in?

Nokomis is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,800, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,000 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Nokomis?

Nokomis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Nokomis?

The unemployment rate in Nokomis is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 26.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nokomis?

The median home value in Nokomis is $95,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $840.

How are the schools in Nokomis?

14.8% of adults in Nokomis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 37.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Nokomis?

The obesity rate in Nokomis is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Nokomis?

The average commute in Nokomis is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 26.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nokomis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nokomis is 100% White. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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