Sykeston city, North Dakota
Sykeston city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sykeston city is a geographic entity located in Wells County, North Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 95. The land area covers 0.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 95 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 59 | ±28 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 81 | ±34 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 59 | ±28 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 22 | ±19 |
| Median Home Value | $66,700 | ±$27,125 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,422 | ±$8,566 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,539 | ±$11,596 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±10.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 25.4% | ±31.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 47 | ±27 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78% | ±23.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF SYKESTON
GUS Population: 99 (2024)
ID: 131931
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
20 PLATT AVE NE, SYKESTON ND 58486-7012
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COUNTY OF WELLS
GUS Population: 3,803 (2024)
ID: 110198
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
700 RAILWAY ST N, DEPT 137, FESSENDEN ND 58438-7418
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Carrington, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Carrington, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Fessenden, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fessenden, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New Rockford, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | New Rockford, ND |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 2 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CARRINGTON CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 87 8TH AVE N, CARRINGTON, ND, 58421 |
(701) 625-3692
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EDDY - NEW ROCKFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 10 8TH STREET N, NEW ROCKFORD, ND, 58356 |
(701) 947-5540
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CARRINGTON 4 N, ND US, located 13.3 miles from Sykeston city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.3° | -1.5° | 8.4° | 0.53" | — |
| February | 23.1° | 2.1° | 12.6° | 0.42" | — |
| March | 35.8° | 15.3° | 25.6° | 0.75" | — |
| April | 53.2° | 28.7° | 41.0° | 1.25" | — |
| May | 67.2° | 41.9° | 54.6° | 2.76" | — |
| June | 76.4° | 53.3° | 64.8° | 3.78" | — |
| July | 81.7° | 57.3° | 69.5° | 3.60" | — |
| August | 80.7° | 54.4° | 67.5° | 2.33" | — |
| September | 71.8° | 45.3° | 58.5° | 1.97" | — |
| October | 55.2° | 31.9° | 43.6° | 1.90" | — |
| November | 37.1° | 17.9° | 27.5° | 0.67" | — |
| December | 22.8° | 5.0° | 13.9° | 0.81" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sykeston city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cathay city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Carrington city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
| Bowdon city | City | 14.5 mi | — |
| Fessenden city | City | 16.5 mi | — |
| New Rockford city | City | 19.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3810377660. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.