Home Value $582,500

107% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 60.6%

80% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.2%

25% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.9%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285

Median Age54.3 yrs

Density194/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 69%

Veterans1.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$72,294

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty3.9%

County GDP$56,807M

Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$582,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$1,017,649

Housing Units151

Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity24.2%

Uninsured5.6%

Smoking6.4%

Depression14.4%

Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation147 ft (45 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+60.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+22.1%

School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%

Commute35 min

Broadband97.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries14

Is Skillman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skillman receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Skillman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skillman is $582,500, making it a premium housing market at 107% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Skillman is a highly educated community — 60.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Skillman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Skillman has a population of 285 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.8%), with 8.4% Hispanic, 20% Black.

Population

285

Total Population

194

People / sq mi

54.3yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%

Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Skillman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	77.2%
	2% below US avg
Spanish	22.8%
	70% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Skillman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skillman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Skillman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$72,294
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,740
IRS Avg AGI	$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.9%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	11,677
County GDP	$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants	877
Healthcare	1,221
Retail	1,189
Manufacturing	228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$13,072
	273% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.7 min
Drive Alone	51.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	42.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Skillman is $582,500, 107% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,017,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$582,500
	107% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,017,649

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,599
1 Bedroom	$1,759
2 Bedrooms	$2,132
3 Bedrooms	$2,658
4 Bedrooms	$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.8%
Housing Units	151
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$13,072
	273% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.24%

In Skillman, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 6.4% are current smokers. 14.4% report depression. 13.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.2%
	25% below US avg
Diabetes	6.4%
Heart Disease	3.5%
High Blood Pressure	24.5%
Asthma	7.5%
COPD	2.8%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	6.4%
	54% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	13.6%
Depression	14.4%
Mental Distress	12.1%
Physical Distress	8.0%
Short Sleep	33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.3%
Uninsured	5.6%
	35% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	77.6%
Premature Death	7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	99.4%
Healthcare Facilities	1,221

Skillman has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.5°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.0 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	147 ft (45 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	194/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4282°N, 74.7123°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	34021

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 60.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%

D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	60.6%
	80% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	22.1%
School Test Score	6.24

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	194/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.0%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	1,221
Restaurants	877
Retail Stores	1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.7 min
Drive Alone	51.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	42.6%

Skillman, NJ

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Skillman a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Skillman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Skillman vs U.S. Average

Income: Skillman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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