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Skerries, Ireland

Leinster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Skerries is a small city in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 10,043. Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,043 Population
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population10,043
Median Age38.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$106,819
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.4%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population10,043
Coordinates53.5828°, -6.1083°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceLeinster
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.7 inches (1,058 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Skerries a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skerries receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Skerries stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Skerries experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Skerries has a population of 10,043. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,043
Total Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Skerries vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skerries vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skerries is N/A. Per capita income is $106,819 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skerries vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$106,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skerries, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 10.6% report binge drinking. 71.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity71.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Skerries experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Coordinates53.5828°N, 6.1083°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.5 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Skerries has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.2").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Skerries

What is the population of Skerries?

Skerries has a population of 10,043 residents and is located in Ireland.. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Skerries expensive to live in?

Skerries is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Skerries?

Skerries has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Skerries?

Skerries has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Skerries?

45.0% of adults in Skerries hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Skerries?

The obesity rate in Skerries is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 71.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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