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Skelp, PA

Pennsylvania · Blair County · Metropolitan Area

Skelp is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 130. Residents earn $90,179 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
130 Population 153/sq mi density
$90,179 Median Income $31,123 per capita
$182,100 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,100 home value, $850/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,179
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $182,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,179
Per Capita$31,123
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,100
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units58
Rent Burden14.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+25.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries8

Is Skelp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skelp receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Skelp stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skelp is $90,179, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skelp is $182,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Skelp experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Skelp has a population of 130 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

130
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Skelp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skelp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skelp is $90,179, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Skelp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,179
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,123
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone47.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Skelp is $182,100, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,100
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
Skelp has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates40.6184°N, 78.2618°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBlair County County
County FIPS42013
Skelp is located in Blair County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+25.2%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyBlair County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone47.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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