Skidaway Island, GA

Georgia · Chatham County · Savannah Metro

Skidaway Island is a small city in Georgia with a population of 8,907. Residents earn $121,991 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

8,907 Population 540/sq mi density

$121,991 Median Income $85,451 per capita

$763,100 Home Value $888,435 Zillow

$2,673 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent

68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

116 Violent Crime/100K 3,279 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$121,991 median income, 2.2% unemployment

Affordability

3.1 / 5.0

$763,100 home value, $2,673/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

116 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

71.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $121,991

62% higher than US avg

Home Value $763,100

171% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 116/100K

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 71.8%

113% higher than US avg

Median Rent $2,673

130% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.0%

25% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,907

Median Age66.4 yrs

Density540/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans11.9%

Economy

A+

Median Income$121,991

Per Capita$85,451

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$28,463M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$763,100

Rent$2,673

Ownership91.2%

Zillow$888,435

Housing Units4,811

Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

Violent116/100K

Property3,279/100K

Health

Obesity24.0%

Uninsured6.2%

Smoking7.3%

Depression20.0%

Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain48.1 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+71.8%

High School+95.7%

Graduate+32.2%

School Score4.41

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%

Commute27 min

Broadband95.8%

EV Stations71

Libraries12

Is Skidaway Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skidaway Island receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Skidaway Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skidaway Island is $121,991, which is significantly higher than the national average / 62% above $75,149. This places Skidaway Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skidaway Island is $763,100, making it a premium housing market at 171% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,673 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Skidaway Island is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,279 per 100,000, 67% above the national average.

Education

Skidaway Island is a highly educated community / 71.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Skidaway Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Skidaway Island has a population of 8,907 with a density of 540 people per square mile, spread across 17.8 square miles. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents. 11.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,907

Total Population

540

People / sq mi

66.4yrs

Median Age

71% above US avg

17.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%

Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Skidaway Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.4%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.6%

73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skidaway Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skidaway Island is $121,991, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $85,451 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,189, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 10,826 business establishments, including 1,148 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 22.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Skidaway Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$121,991
	62% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$85,451
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,189
IRS Avg AGI	$82,142
Gini Index	0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	10,826
County GDP	$28,463M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,148
Healthcare	946
Retail	1,395
Manufacturing	213

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,591
	60% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.6 min
Drive Alone	66.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Skidaway Island is $763,100, 171% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $888,435, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $2,673 (130% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 91.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,811 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. The average annual property tax is $5,591 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$763,100
	171% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$888,435
Median List Price	$850,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$850,000
$/Sq Ft	$300
Homes Sold	9
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.7%
Price Drops	24.7%
Inventory	73

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,673
	130% above US avg
Rent Burden	29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$979
1 Bedroom	$1,023
2 Bedrooms	$1,203
3 Bedrooms	$1,524
4 Bedrooms	$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	91.2%
Owner-Occupied	91.2%
Renter-Occupied	8.8%
Housing Units	4,811
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,591
	60% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.73%

In Skidaway Island, 24.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.8% of residents, below the national average. 27.0% have high blood pressure. 7.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.6% report binge drinking. 13.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.0% report depression. 13.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078. The dentist ratio is 1:1,394. 89.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Skidaway Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.0%
	25% below US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
Heart Disease	3.8%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	3.4%
Cancer	8.0%
Stroke	1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.3%
	48% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	13.6%
Depression	20.0%
Mental Distress	13.5%
Physical Distress	8.7%
Short Sleep	33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.0%
Uninsured	6.2%
	28% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,078
Dentists	1:1,394
Mental Health	1:465
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	75.8%
Premature Death	10,235/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	89.3%
Healthcare Facilities	946

Skidaway Island has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,279 per 100,000, 67% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Skidaway Island receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Skidaway Island vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	115.7/100K
	70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,279.3/100K
	67% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Skidaway Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.5°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	51°F (10°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	10 ft (3 m)
Area	17.8 sq mi (46.2 km²)
Population Density	540/sq mi
Coordinates	31.9378°N, 81.0464°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Chatham County County
Nearest Airport	Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.1"

27% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Aug) 7.32"

Driest Month (Nov) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0417 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	2.43 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	97.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.1 / 100
Community Resilience	93.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 18, 2022.

Aug 21, 1992	1 km SSE of Centerville, South Carolina	M4.1	143 km
Jun 18, 2022	7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia	M3.9	118 km
Apr 17, 1995	0 km NNW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.9	144 km
Jul 13, 2003	6 km N of Cobbtown, Georgia	M3.6	112 km
Nov 13, 1990	4 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M3.5	141 km
Nov 8, 2002	24 km SSE of Kiawah Island, South Carolina	M3.5	116 km
Aug 29, 2009	2 km NE of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.2	148 km
May 5, 2003	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.1	148 km
Jul 20, 2004	7 km WSW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.1	137 km
Mar 19, 2014	0 km WNW of Centerville, South Carolina	M3.0	143 km
Jul 26, 2002	4 km NNW of Summerville, South Carolina	M3.0	148 km
Jul 7, 2002	1 km NW of Sangaree, South Carolina	M2.9	150 km
Mar 2, 2003	7 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	138 km
Feb 7, 1990	9 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.9	136 km
Jul 16, 2002	5 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	140 km
May 12, 2010	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.8	140 km
Jul 31, 2012	5 km S of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.8	140 km
Jan 11, 2002	6 km SSW of Ladson, South Carolina	M2.7	140 km
Jan 4, 2012	3 km SSW of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.6	140 km
May 11, 1990	5 km SSE of Centerville, South Carolina	M2.6	140 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Helene	Category 4	225 km
2023	Idalia	Category 3	203 km
2022	Ian	Category 1	200 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	146 km
2019	Dorian	Category 3	149 km
2018	Michael	Category 1	270 km
2016	Matthew	Category 3	55 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	206 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	287 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	174 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	115 km
1999	Floyd	Category 3	206 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	270 km
1999	Irene	Category 1	149 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	244 km
1989	Hugo	Category 4	151 km
1985	Kate	Category 1	237 km
1985	Bob	Category 1	59 km
1984	Diana	Category 3	187 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

195 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 259 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 5, 2022	EF4	61 km	1
Apr 13, 2020	EF4	88 km	5
May 11, 2008	EF4	71 km	0
Apr 9, 1998	EF3	57 km	2
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	90 km	0
May 23, 2017	EF2	7 km	0
Feb 9, 2017	EF2	66 km	0
Oct 27, 2009	EF2	63 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	46 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF2	56 km	0
Jul 1, 2003	EF2	94 km	0
Jul 1, 2003	EF2	98 km	0
Sep 3, 1998	EF2	74 km	1
Apr 9, 1998	EF2	70 km	4
May 3, 1984	EF2	92 km	0
May 23, 1980	EF2	13 km	0
May 3, 1975	EF2	64 km	0
May 12, 1974	EF2	83 km	2
May 12, 1974	EF2	63 km	0
Nov 9, 1973	EF2	8 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1886	CHARLESTON, SC	Earthquake	—	—	145 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,186 ac, 2008).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	UNNAMED	12,186	58 km
2007	UNNAMED	10,963	50 km
2008	UNNAMED	10,163	48 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,291	70 km
2010	UNNAMED	4,269	63 km
2008	UNNAMED	4,021	52 km
2011	ELIM CHURCH RD. FIRE	3,850	69 km
2001	UNNAMED	3,827	65 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,746	61 km
2010	UNNAMED	3,521	45 km
1994	UNNAMED	3,469	63 km
2010	UNNAMED	2,990	62 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,880	45 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,845	30 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,768	41 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,748	44 km
1994	UNNAMED	2,732	56 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,661	85 km
2008	UNNAMED	2,650	47 km
2004	UNNAMED	2,553	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	51°F (10°C)	3.9 in	Coldest
February	53°F (12°C)	3.2 in
March	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
April	66°F (19°C)	3.0 in
May	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in
June	79°F (26°C)	5.3 in
July	83°F (28°C)	6.0 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	7.3 in	Wettest
September	77°F (25°C)	5.6 in
October	68°F (20°C)	3.1 in
November	60°F (16°C)	2.4 in	Driest
December	53°F (12°C)	2.9 in

Skidaway Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.3") and November the driest (2.4").

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Skidaway Island is located in Chatham County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 71.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 113% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 32.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58.7% of the vote, a 18-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 71 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 946 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.6%

D 58.7%

Winner: Democrat by 18 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	38
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	71.8%
	113% above US avg
High School+	95.7%
Graduate Degree+	32.2%
School Test Score	4.41

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	540/sq mi
Total Area	17.8 sq mi
County	Chatham County County

Services

Broadband Access	95.8%
Avg Download Speed	125.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	22.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	71
Alt Fuel Stations	75
Public Libraries	12
Healthcare Facilities	946
Restaurants	1,148
Retail Stores	1,395

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.6 min
Drive Alone	66.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.7%

Average costs for common services in Skidaway Island. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit	$193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement	$193 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair	$963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement	$8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense	$4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation	$482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation	$2,408 ($963–$4,815)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$193 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$444
Toddler	$420
Preschool	$424
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$433
Toddler	$407
Preschool	$411

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Chatham County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	21,786	1,241	$29,135	1.40
Health Care & Social Assistance	21,145	1,064	$64,138	0.86
Manufacturing	19,982	296	$98,541	1.42
Retail Trade	19,816	1,440	$41,355	1.16
Transportation & Warehousing	15,588	702	$61,331	2.16
Administrative & Waste Services	13,565	714	$43,196	1.35
Construction	7,786	764	$73,615	0.87
Wholesale Trade	6,511	429	$86,345	0.97
Professional & Technical Services	5,807	1,128	$84,059	0.49
Other Services	5,068	682	$47,581	0.99
Educational Services	4,081	106	$71,422	1.16
Real Estate	3,034	608	$59,126	1.14
Arts & Entertainment	2,712	186	$33,326	0.94
Finance & Insurance	2,663	468	$110,755	0.38
Information & Technology	1,235	166	$67,941	0.39
Management of Companies	726	57	$87,926	0.25
Utilities	679	13	$98,634	1.05
Unclassified	290	627	$68,576	1.22
Agriculture & Forestry	80	17	$44,515	0.06
Mining & Oil/Gas	45	5	$77,436	0.07

Radio Stations near Skidaway Island

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Skidaway Island

11 national parks and monuments found near Skidaway Island.

Park	Type	Fee
Edisto Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Frederica National Monument	National Monument	Free
Fort Mcallister State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Pulaski National Monument	National Monument	$10
Hunting Island State Park	State Park	Free
Jekyll Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Warren State Park	State Park	Free
Lincol State Park	State Park	Free
Magnolia Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Skidaway Island State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Skidaway Island

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	7,935	$105,764
2015	8,042	$106,042
2017	8,236	$97,254
2019	8,986	$93,690
2021	8,961	$102,804
2023	8,907	$121,991

Museums in Skidaway Island

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALEXANDER HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
FAHM HALL GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
GUTSTEIN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254743	$379,772,463
HALL STREET GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254948	$379,772,463
PEI LING CHAN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125255100	$379,772,463
PINNACLE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9125254950	$379,772,463
SCAD MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM			$379,772,463
OWENS-THOMAS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	124 ABERCORN ST	9127908889	$6,831,609
TELFAIR MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		9127908800	$6,831,609
SAVANNAH HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9126516825	$4,159,250
GEORGIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9126512125	$2,941,829
TYBEE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 366	9127865801	$1,159,824
SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM	305 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD	9124478655	$191,032
KING-TISDELL COTTAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		9122348000	$144,339
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127488884	$141,536
MIGHTY EIGHTH AIR FORCE HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	175 BOURNE AVENUE	9127488888	$121,147
FLANNERY O'CONNOR CHILDHOOD HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122336014	$64,753
ARMSTRONG FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9123442576
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
BEACH INSTITUTE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122348000
BILLIE BURN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8438422435
BONAVENTURE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	330 BONAVENTURE ROAD	9124124687
CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN DIASPORA MUSEUMS & COMMUNITI	GENERAL MUSEUM
CENTRAL OF GEORGIA/ROUNDHOUSE COMPLEX	GENERAL MUSEUM		9126516823
COASTAL GEORGIA BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9129215460
COASTAL HERITAGE SOCIETY- SAVANNAH CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	655 LOUISVILLE ROAD	9126516840
COCKSPUR ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9127865801
FORT MORRIS HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9128845999
FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	US HIGHWAY 80 EAST	9127865787
GRAY'S REEF NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		9125982345
ISAIAH DAVENPORT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368097
ISLE OF HOPE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123548187
JULIETTE GORDON LOW BIRTHPLACE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9122334501
MASSIE HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122015070
MERCER-WILLIAMS HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	429 BULL STREET	9122366352
PINPOINT HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123550064
RALPH MARK GILBERT CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9127776099
SAVANNAH YOUTH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	14 BRANDLE LN SAVANNAH	9122368488
SORREL WEED HOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM		9122368888
THUNDERBOLT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9123510836
TYBEE ISLAND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		9127865917
WORMSLOE PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9123533023

Libraries in Skidaway Island

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES	2002 BULL STREET	0.0	1,426,481

Farmers Markets in Skidaway Island

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Forsyth Farmers' Market	1 West Park Avenue	01/02/2016 to 12/17/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pooler Farmers' Market	200 Preston Stokes Drive	03/04/2015 to 12/09/2015	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Savannah State Farmers Market	701 U.S. Highway 80-West
The Farmers Market at Sea Pines Center Presented by Lowcountry Produce	71 Lighthouse Road	04/01/2015 to 12/31/2015	Tue: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes
Wilmington Island Farmers' Market	111 Walthour Road	03/05/2016 to 06/25/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Skidaway Island

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Boar's Head Grill & Tavern	Seafood Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Taverns	1 Lincoln St	9126519660	Visit
Coca-cola Bottling Co.	Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Breweries	102 Coleman Blvd	9127480033	Visit
Service Brewing Company, Service Brewing Co	Other Food & Drink, Food & Drink, Brewery	574 Indian St
Southbound Brewing Co, Southbound Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	107 E Lathrop	19127773686
Southbound Brewing Company	Brewery	107 E Lathrop Ave	9123351737	Visit
Spanky's Pizza Galley & Saloon	American Restaurant and Brewery	1221 Louisville Rd	9127488188

Cell Towers in Skidaway Island

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2810 DIXIE AVE	TOWER	122
(Keller site) 18074 Hwy 144	TOWER	98
1002 S. SAVANNAH HIGHWAY	TOWER	76
11512 Abercorn Street	TOWER	48

Bridges in Skidaway Island

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	2,160	8,435	G
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1985	126	1,606	G

Amtrak Stations in Skidaway Island

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Savannah, GA	2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Skidaway Island

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ARIZONA CHEMICAL CO.	1201 W. LATHROP AVE.	CHATHAM
CAROLINA REFINERY	STATE HIGHWAY 21	CHATHAM
SOUTHERN LNG INC.	ELBA ISLAND	CHATHAM

Airports Near Skidaway Island

30 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport	SAV	Large Airport
Beaufort MCAS - Merritt Field	—	Medium Airport
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport	BQK	Medium Airport
Hilton Head Airport	HHH	Medium Airport
Hunter Army Air Field	SVN	Medium Airport
Airy Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Aubrey's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Barbour Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaufort Executive Airport	BFT	Small Airport
Briar Patch Airport	—	Small Airport
Briggs Field	—	Small Airport
Cypress Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Neck Airport	—	Small Airport
Edisto Island Private Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Evans UAS Strip	—	Small Airport
Heath Green Skyranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hodges Airpark	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Liberty County Airport	—	Small Airport
Marsh Point Airport	—	Small Airport
MidCoast Regional Airport at Wright Army Airfield	LIY	Small Airport
Patterson Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Plantation Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ridgeland-Claude Dean Airport	—	Small Airport
Sapelo Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Southern Agricultural Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Statesboro Bulloch County Airport	TBR	Small Airport
Swaids Field	—	Small Airport
Townsend Air Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Skidaway Island

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

. Georgia Southern Police
Chatham County Islands Precint formerly SCMPD Precinct	54 Johnny Mercer Boulevard
Chatham County Police Department - West Chatham Precinct
Federal Bureau Investigation, Savannah, GA
Georgia Ports Authority Police Department	100 Main Street
Savannah Airport Police Department
Savannah Chatham Metropolitan Police	102 E Lathrop Ave
Savannah Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters	201 Habersham Street
Savannah Police Central Precinct	1710 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Savannah Police Department Training Unit (3401 Edwin St)	3401 Edwin Street
Savannah Police Street
Tybee Island Police Department	78 Van Horne Avenue
U.S. Customs and Border Protection	1, 3 East Bay Street

Grocery Stores in Skidaway Island

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Publix 1489	Supermarket	6 Westridge Rd

Treatment Centers in Skidaway Island

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Azalea Clinic	Both	912-525-2717
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Behavioral Health Crisis Center	Both	912-417-9471
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Jasmine Clinic for Child and Adol Svcs	Both	912-503-9968
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Magnolia Center for Addictive Disorder	Both	912-790-6500
HealthQwest - Frontiers	Substance Abuse	912-335-1699
Malinda Graham and Associates	Both	912-200-4775
Memorial Health Univ Medical Center - Center for Behavioral Medicine	Both	912-350-2664
Recovery Place Community Services - Substance Abuse Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	912-355-5938

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skidaway Island

What is the population of Skidaway Island?

Skidaway Island has a population of 8,907 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 540 people per square mile, spread across 17.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Skidaway Island expensive to live in?

Skidaway Island has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $121,991, 62% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $763,100 (171% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,673 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Skidaway Island safe?

Skidaway Island is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,279 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Skidaway Island receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Skidaway Island?

Skidaway Island enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Skidaway Island?

The job market in Skidaway Island is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,189. There are 10,826 business establishments in the area, including 1,148 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 22.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Skidaway Island?

The median home value in Skidaway Island is $763,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $888,435. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,673. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.2%. The average annual property tax is $5,591.

How are the schools in Skidaway Island?

Schools in Skidaway Island have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 71.8% of adults in Skidaway Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 32.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Skidaway Island?

The obesity rate in Skidaway Island is 24.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.3% of adults are smokers. 13.6% are physically inactive. 20.0% of residents report depression. 6.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,078.

What is transportation like in Skidaway Island?

The average commute in Skidaway Island is 27 minutes. 66.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Skidaway Island?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Skidaway Island is 85.7% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish. 11.9% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Montgomery, GA 4,704 pop · 3.1 mi Isle of Hope, GA 1,945 pop · 3.3 mi Dutch Island, GA 1,353 pop · 4.6 mi Wilmington Island, GA 14,457 pop · 6.0 mi Whitemarsh Island, GA 6,918 pop · 6.7 mi Thunderbolt, GA 2,552 pop · 6.8 mi Talahi Island, GA 1,028 pop · 7.8 mi Savannah, GA 147,546 pop · 10.4 mi Georgetown, GA 11,606 pop · 11.2 mi Tybee Island, GA 3,121 pop · 12.2 mi Garden City, GA 10,375 pop · 12.8 mi Henderson, GA 2,591 pop · 13.8 mi Richmond Hill, GA 17,408 pop · 15.7 mi Pooler, GA 27,235 pop · 16.9 mi

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