Skippack, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Skippack is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 4,006. Residents earn $143,611 per year, which is 91% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,006 Population 1,590/sq mi density
$143,611 Median Income $70,161 per capita
$478,800 Home Value
$1,750 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$143,611 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$478,800 home value, $1,750/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $143,611
91% higher than US avg
Home Value $478,800
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.4%
73% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,750
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,006
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density1,590/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$143,611
Per Capita$70,161
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$478,800
Rent$1,750
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.4%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute30 min
Libraries37

Is Skippack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skippack 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Skippack stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skippack is $143,611, which is significantly higher than the national average — 91% above $75,149. This places Skippack among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skippack is $478,800, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,750 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Skippack is a highly educated community — 58.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Skippack experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Skippack has a population of 4,006 with a density of 1,590 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

4,006
Total Population
1,590
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Skippack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Skippack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skippack is $143,611, which is 91% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Skippack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$143,611
91% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,700
IRS Avg AGI$137,618

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,922
County GDP$110,422M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,054
Healthcare3,385
Retail2,943
Manufacturing896

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Skippack is $478,800, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,750 (50% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$478,800
70% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,750
50% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,910
183% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,470/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,385

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Skippack has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,590/sq mi
Coordinates40.2212°N, 75.4011°W
County FIPS42091
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 58.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.4%
73% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,590/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities3,385
Restaurants2,054
Retail Stores2,943

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home16.7%

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