Skagway, AK
Full City Profile · Alaska · Skagway Municipality County
Skagway, AK
At a Glance
How Skagway Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Skagway's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Skagway a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Skagway residents earn a median household income of $85,893 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,622. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 113 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Skagway is $415,900 , 48% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $325,402. Median rent is $1,228/month, with 19.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 102.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Skagway reports 189 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 377/100K.
Education
27.5% of adults in Skagway hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Skagway has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches.