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Skellytown, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Carson County County
Skellytown, TX
At a Glance
How Skellytown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Skellytown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Skellytown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Skellytown residents earn a median household income of $53,750 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,347. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 190 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Skellytown is $39,200 , 86% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $68,140. Median rent is $839/month, with 42.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Skellytown reports 567 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,428/100K.
Education
6.9% of adults in Skellytown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Skellytown has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.