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Skidegate, BC

British Columbia

Skidegate is a small town in British Columbia with a population of 697. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
697 Population 352/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $35,800 per capita
$560,468 Home Value
$1,072 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 187 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 9.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$560,468 home value, $1,072/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $560,468
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.9%
175% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population697
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$35,800
Unemployment9.9%
Poverty17.2%
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$560,468
Rent$1,072
Ownership43.3%
Housing Units300
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain82.3 in/yr
Sunny Days187/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+35.3%
Graduate+2.6%

Community

Commute21 min

Is Skidegate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skidegate receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Skidegate faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skidegate is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skidegate is $560,468, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Skidegate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 187 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 82.3 inches.

Skidegate has a population of 697 with a density of 352 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (99.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.3% of residents.

Population

697
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Skidegate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages 5.7%

Social Characteristics

Skidegate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skidegate is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,800. The average weekly wage is $688, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 22 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Skidegate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,800
Avg Weekly Wage$688

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.9%
175% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)22

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Skidegate is $560,468, 99% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 43.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 300 total housing units in the city. 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,468
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership43.3%
Owner-Occupied43.3%
Renter-Occupied6.7%
Housing Units300

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Skidegate receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Skidegate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 187 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days187 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates53.2661°N, 131.9907°W
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.3"
117% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.14"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

258 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 4, 2024.

Oct 28, 2012 206 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M7.8 54 km
Nov 17, 2009 254 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.6 133 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.3 78 km
Oct 30, 2012 241 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.2 100 km
Feb 17, 2001 151 km SSW of Hydaburg, Alaska M6.2 129 km
Oct 12, 2001 225 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M6.1 72 km
Nov 17, 2009 260 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.8 133 km
Oct 28, 2012 Haida Gwaii, Canada M5.6 108 km
Oct 28, 2012 222 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.5 77 km
Oct 28, 2012 226 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.4 66 km
Jan 12, 1990 85 km WSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 79 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 82 km
Oct 30, 2012 261 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 116 km
Oct 28, 2012 256 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.3 114 km
Oct 28, 2012 240 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 92 km
Oct 28, 2012 236 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 79 km
Oct 28, 2012 237 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 109 km
Oct 28, 2012 246 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 92 km
Oct 28, 2012 234 km SW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 76 km
Nov 1, 2012 226 km SSW of Prince Rupert, Canada M5.2 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.0 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2012 BRITISH COLUMBIA Earthquake 13.0 m 1 54 km
1963 GRAHAM ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Unknown 5.5 m 1 83 km
1949 BRITISH COLUMBIA Eruption + Earthquake 0.6 m — 94 km
2001 QUEEN CHARLOTTE ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m — 72 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 10.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 7.9 in
March 38°F (4°C) 6.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 6.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.3 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in Driest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 5.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 11.1 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 11.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 10.6 in

Skidegate has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 56°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.1") and July the driest (2.5").

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4.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+35.3%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Schools in Skidegate

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sk'aadgaa Naay Elementary School — — — —
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Museums in Skidegate

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay
Saahlinda Naay Museum

Libraries in Skidegate

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sandspit Library0.0
VIRL: Daajing Giids Branch0.0
VIRL: Sandspit Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Skidegate

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Daajing GIids Farmers Market
Moresby Market

Cafes in Skidegate

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jags Beanstalk

Theatres in Skidegate

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gina Guu Aahljuu Naay Performance House

Gas Stations in Skidegate

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso Fast Fuels
Taaw Naay Gas Station

Airports Near Skidegate

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sandspit AirportYZPMedium Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skidegate

What is the population of Skidegate?

Skidegate has a population of 697 residents and is located in British Columbia. The population density is 352 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Skidegate expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $560,468 (99% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Skidegate safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Skidegate receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Skidegate?

Skidegate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 187 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.3 inches.

How is the job market in Skidegate?

The job market in Skidegate faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $688. There are 22 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 16.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Skidegate?

The median home value in Skidegate is $560,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. The homeownership rate is 43.3%.

How are the schools in Skidegate?

4.3% of adults in Skidegate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.3% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Skidegate?

The average commute in Skidegate is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Skidegate?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Skidegate is 99.3% White. 94.3% of residents speak only English at home.

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