Median Income $43,125

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $53,800

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.1%

61% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.4%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 16.7%

364% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.1%

35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population96

Median Age50.0 yrs

Density240/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans78.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$43,125

Per Capita$34,682

Unemployment16.7%

Poverty8.1%

County GDP$444M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$53,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units73

Health

Obesity37.4%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking14.7%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Sunny Days253/yr

Elevation1,636 ft (499 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.1%

High School+91.8%

Graduate+4.5%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute15 min

Broadband51.0%

Libraries1

Is Sykeston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sykeston receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sykeston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sykeston is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sykeston is $53,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sykeston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sykeston has a population of 96 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

240

People / sq mi

50.0yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%

Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Sykeston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	80.4%
	2% above US avg
Spanish	19.6%
	46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sykeston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sykeston is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Sykeston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,125
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,682
Avg Weekly Wage	$961
IRS Avg AGI	$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	16.7%
	364% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.1%
	35% below US avg
Establishments (County)	207
County GDP	$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants	18
Healthcare	16
Retail	26
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.3 min
Drive Alone	65.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sykeston is $53,800, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$53,800
	81% 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-Occupied	76.5%
Housing Units	73
Median Year Built	1960

Property Tax

In Sykeston, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.4%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	29.1%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	22.3%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	16.3%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.1%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Checkup Rate	73.1%
Dental Visits	59.3%
Premature Death	4,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	59.2%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Sykeston has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	39.8°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	9°F (-13°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,636 ft (499 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	240/sq mi
Coordinates	47.4661°N, 99.3993°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38103

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%

D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.1%
	61% below US avg
High School+	91.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.5%
School Test Score	5.74

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	240/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	51.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	18
Retail Stores	26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.3 min
Drive Alone	65.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Sykeston, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sykeston a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sykeston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sykeston vs U.S. Average

Income: Sykeston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities