Median Income
$52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$91,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Sinai Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population220
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density595/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.4%
Economy
B
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$24,065
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$934M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$91,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.8%
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,777 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries1
Is Sinai a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sinai receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sinai offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sinai is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sinai is $91,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Sinai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Sinai has a population of 220 with a density of 595 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).
Population
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.9% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.1% |
| 32% below US avg |
The median household income in Sinai is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,188 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,065 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,092 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,103 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 492 |
| County GDP | $934M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 36 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Sinai is $91,500, 68% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $91,500 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,037 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.60% |
In Sinai, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sinai vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.2% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,000/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Sinai vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Sinai has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,777 ft (542 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2445°N, 97.0440°W |
| County FIPS | 46079 |