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Skippers Corner, NC

North Carolina · New Hanover County · Wilmington Metro

Skippers Corner is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 3,834. Residents earn $67,469 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,834 Population 547/sq mi density
$67,469 Median Income $33,914 per capita
$249,200 Home Value $355,872 Zillow
$759 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
675 Violent Crime/100K 4,560 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$67,469 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$249,200 home value, $759/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
675 violent crimes/100K (78% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,469
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $249,200
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 675/100K
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $759
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,834
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density547/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,469
Per Capita$33,914
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$21,041M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$249,200
Rent$759
Ownership90.0%
Zillow$355,872
Housing Units1,307
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

F
Violent675/100K
Property4,560/100K

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking18.5%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Skippers Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skippers Corner receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Skippers Corner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skippers Corner is $67,469, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skippers Corner is $249,200, 12% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $759 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 675 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,560 per 100,000, 133% above the national average.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Skippers Corner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Skippers Corner has a population of 3,834 with a density of 547 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.1% female and 52.9% male. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 7.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,834
Total Population
547
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Skippers Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skippers Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skippers Corner is $67,469, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,914 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,185, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11,216 business establishments, including 821 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Skippers Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,469
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,914
Avg Weekly Wage$1,185
IRS Avg AGI$102,810
Gini Index0.485 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,216
County GDP$21,041M

Business (County)

Restaurants821
Healthcare908
Retail1,119
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Skippers Corner is $249,200, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,872, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $759 (35% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 90.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,307 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. The average annual property tax is $4,918 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,200
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$355,872
Median List Price$744,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$744,950
$/Sq Ft$270
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops11.5%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$759
35% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.0%
Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
Housing Units1,307
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,918
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Skippers Corner, 37.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 36.9% have high blood pressure. 18.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 28.6% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 14.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085. The dentist ratio is 1:1,205. 95.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Skippers Corner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,085
Dentists1:1,205
Mental Health1:169
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death8,454/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities908
Skippers Corner has a violent crime rate of 675 per 100,000 residents, 78% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,560 per 100,000, 133% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Skippers Corner receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent675.4/100K
78% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,560.1/100K
133% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Skippers Corner enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 302 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 63.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²)
Population Density547/sq mi
Coordinates34.3267°N, 77.9146°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNew Hanover County County
Nearest AirportWilmington International (ILM)
4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.80"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0423 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability19.0 / 100
Community Resilience90.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 6, 1994.

Aug 6, 1994 4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina M3.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Ian Category 1 165 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 72 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 84 km
2018 Florence Category 3 18 km
2016 Matthew Category 2 74 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 67 km
2011 Irene Category 1 115 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 61 km
2004 Alex Category 2 124 km
2004 Gaston Category 1 215 km
2004 Charley Category 1 93 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 163 km
1999 Irene Category 2 114 km
1999 Floyd Category 2 35 km
1999 Dennis Category 2 146 km
1998 Bonnie Category 3 20 km
1996 Fran Category 3 40 km
1996 Bertha Category 2 11 km
1994 Gordon Category 1 207 km
1993 Emily Category 3 250 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

328 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 27 fatalities, 776 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 28, 1984 EF4 86 km 3
Feb 15, 2021 EF3 72 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 67 km 0
Nov 16, 2006 EF3 30 km 8
Mar 28, 1984 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF3 88 km 0
Aug 17, 1965 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 17, 1965 EF3 98 km 2
Apr 8, 1957 EF3 58 km 0
Oct 9, 1950 EF3 65 km 0
Aug 7, 2024 EF2 45 km 0
Aug 3, 2020 EF2 54 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 72 km 0
Sep 5, 2019 EF2 87 km 0
Nov 24, 2018 EF2 99 km 0
Sep 8, 2014 EF2 56 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 89 km 3
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 84 km 1
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 79 km 0
Apr 6, 2009 EF2 64 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (77,768 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 77,768 27 km
2011 JUNIPER ROAD 31,511 30 km
1994 UNNAMED 7,944 41 km
1985 UNNAMED 5,807 98 km
1985 UNNAMED 2,970 33 km
1992 GREAT LAKE 2,843 96 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,642 77 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,204 96 km
2020 TRAM ROAD/GRASSY ROAD 2,076 26 km
1993 UNNAMED 2,073 46 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,027 98 km
1986 UNNAMED 2,024 10 km
2013 WOODPECKER FIRE 2,015 94 km
2010 BURNCOMP27 1,894 93 km
2020 CRO PETTIFORD CREEK - C-29/30/31 RX 1,878 93 km
2020 CRO HUNTERS CREEK C-37 RX 1,616 93 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,602 88 km
2020 CRO MILLIS ROAD C-28/26 RX 1,584 98 km
2014 SHAKEN CREEK 1,469 39 km
2016 CLEMMONS ROAD 1,468 44 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in
September 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.8 in Driest
November 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
December 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in

Skippers Corner has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.8") and October the driest (2.8").

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Skippers Corner is located in New Hanover County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.8% of the vote, a 0.6-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 908 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 0.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score6.21
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density547/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi
CountyNew Hanover County County

Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Avg Download Speed172.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed43.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities908
Restaurants821
Retail Stores1,119

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%
Average costs for common services in Skippers Corner. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$966
Toddler$751
Preschool$579
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$795
Toddler$679
Preschool$679
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in New Hanover County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 22,549 1,117 $68,780 1.21
Accommodation & Food Services 17,416 920 $25,213 1.47
Retail Trade 15,898 1,143 $40,344 1.22
Professional & Technical Services 10,282 1,951 $100,748 1.13
Construction 9,886 1,157 $69,876 1.44
Administrative & Waste Services 7,608 761 $50,412 0.99
Manufacturing 6,089 252 $88,233 0.57
Other Services 4,574 886 $42,545 1.16
Wholesale Trade 4,048 526 $84,432 0.79
Finance & Insurance 3,856 598 $110,075 0.73
Transportation & Warehousing 3,643 214 $57,250 0.66
Real Estate 2,962 769 $59,101 1.46
Information & Technology 2,441 287 $120,358 1.00
Arts & Entertainment 2,376 208 $29,672 1.08
Educational Services 1,473 145 $38,703 0.55
Management of Companies 500 64 $81,392 0.23
Utilities 317 22 $117,239 0.64
Unclassified 16 34 $111,011 0.09

Radio Stations near Skippers Corner

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WAAV 107.9 FM & 980 AM The Wave local news, news AAC+ 48 kbps
WHQR public radio MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Skippers Corner

13 national parks and monuments found near Skippers Corner.

ParkTypeFee
Bald Head Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area State Park Free
Carolina Beach State Park State Park Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park State Park Free
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area State Park Free
Hammocks Beach State Park State Park Free
Lake Waccamaw State Park State Park Free
Lea Island State Natural Area State Park Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area State Park Free
Singletary Lake State Park State Park Free
White Lake State Lake State Park Free

Museums in Skippers Corner

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOUISE WELLS CAMERON ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM9103955999$2,881,431
BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797$883,524
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTONCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9102543534$575,398
WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9107632634$183,019
LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM9107635869$139,420
LOWER CAPE FEAR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$139,420
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102562569$62,361
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM HOMEGENERAL MUSEUM
AIRLIE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER300 AIRLIE ROAD
BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9102513700
BOSEMAN GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
BURNETT-EATON MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9108151029
CAB ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
CAPE FEAR MUSEUM OF HISTORY & SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM814 MARKET STREET
COUNTY OF NEW HANOVERGENERAL MUSEUM9107984370
CULTURAL ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM9109623000
MOORES CREEK NB VISITOR CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9102835591
MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURESGENERAL MUSEUM9109623276
NEW HANOVER EXTENSION ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6206 OLEANDER DRIVE
NO BOUNDARIES INTERNATIONAL ART COLONYGENERAL MUSEUM9102519313
POPLAR GROVE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM9106869518
SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF WILMINGTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9107626688
SMITH ISLAND ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM6144034486
SOUTHLAND HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPIRIT OF NORTH CAROLINAGENERAL MUSEUM9103500265
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT WILMINGTON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9109623000
USS NORTH CAROLINA BATTLESHIP COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM1 BATTLESHIP ROAD NE9102515797
WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERYART MUSEUM
WWII WILMINGTON HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION120 S 2ND ST9103417860
GREATER WILMINGTON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM9107918070$-16,391

Libraries in Skippers Corner

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NEW HANOVER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 CHESTNUT ST0.0909,160
PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY103 S COWAN ST0.0154,829

Farmers Markets in Skippers Corner

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market at Poplar Grove10200 US Highway 1704/01/2015 to 11/17/2015Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Ogden Park Farmers Market615 Ogden Park Dr.04/13/2016 to 11/16/2016Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Riverfront Farmers Market116 Dock St.03/23/2019 to 11/23/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market321 Causeway Drive05/05/2014 to 09/01/2014Mon: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Gyms in Skippers Corner

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

River Bluffs Fitness Center

Breweries in Skippers Corner

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bombers Beverage CompanyBars & Clubs, Beer Store and Bar Downtown Wilmington, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Tours, Brewery Tours108 Grace St9108335107
Broomtail Craft BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries6404 Amsterdam Way9106194622
Cody's IiiBrewers6485 Carolina Beach Rd9103977700
Flytrap BrewingBrewery319 Walnut St9107692881Visit
Grand Union PubBrewers1125 Military Cutoff Rd A9102569133
Wilmington Brewing CoBrewery824 S Kerr Ave9103923315Visit

Cell Towers in Skippers Corner

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Malpass site 1484 Union Chapel Road (025020)TOWER168
1164 SAINT JOHNS CHURCHTOWER128
Sutton Lake - 215 Sutton Lake Road (Sutton Lake)TOWER98
SR 1630 REV ANDRE CARR RDTOWER96

Bridges in Skippers Corner

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous200516616,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20051669,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2007243100G

Amtrak Stations in Skippers Corner

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Wilmington, NC505 Cando StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Skippers Corner

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DAK AMERICAS LLC CAPE FEAR SITE3500 DANIELS ROAD NORTHEASTBRUNSWICK

Airports Near Skippers Corner

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albert J Ellis AirportOAJMedium Airport
MCAS New River / McCutcheon FieldMedium Airport
Wilmington International AirportILMMedium Airport
Bear Pen AirportSmall Airport
Bell StripSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirfieldSmall Airport
Brocks AirportSmall Airport
Camp Davis Marine Corps Outlying FieldSmall Airport
Camp Lejeune LZ Bluebird AirstripSmall Airport
Cape Fear Regional Jetport / Howie Franklin Field AirportSmall Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr FieldSmall Airport
Deppe AirportSmall Airport
Duplin County AirportSmall Airport
Elkins FieldSmall Airport
Epley AirportSmall Airport
Henderson FieldSmall Airport
Highsmith AirportSmall Airport
Holly Ridge/Topsail Island AirportSmall Airport
Mitchell FieldSmall Airport
Oak Grove Marine Corps Outlying FieldSmall Airport
Odell Williamson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Pilots Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Pink Hill AirportSmall Airport
Pleasant Hill AirportSmall Airport
Safe FieldSmall Airport
Sampson County AirportCTZSmall Airport
Sky Manor AirportSmall Airport
Stag Air ParkSmall Airport
Suter FieldSmall Airport
Topsail AirparkSmall Airport
Triple F AirparkSmall Airport
Twin Oak AirportSmall Airport
Winnabow AirportSmall Airport
Yonder AirportSmall Airport
Zombie Air Force AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Skippers Corner

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Burgaw Police Department
Leland Town Police Department110 Division Drive
Navassa Police Department
New Hanover County Sheriff's Office316 Princess Street
North Carolina State Highway Patrol1 Station Road
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Northwest Police Department4889 Vernon Road
Pender County Sheriff's Office605 East Fremont Street
Pinnacle Special Police
US Marshals Services
Wilmington Police Department
Wilmington Police Department615 Bess Street
Wrightsville Beach Police Department

Grocery Stores in Skippers Corner

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Lucky Stop 2 2Convenience Store4505 College Rd N

Treatment Centers in Skippers Corner

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A Helping Hand of WilmingtonBoth910-796-6868
Capeside PsychiatryBoth910-791-6767
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-343-0145
Coastal Horizons Center IncBoth910-259-0668
Healing Place of New Hanover CountySubstance Abuse910-970-4673
Launch Pad WellnessSubstance Abuse910-769-6053
Pathways Human Services of NC - Access Family ServicesMental Health910-392-4881
Reflections of Hope LLPSubstance Abuse910-782-8752
Tree House Recovery NCSubstance Abuse910-812-1728
Wilmington Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse800-992-3671
Wilmington Treatment Center - Intensive Outpatient ProgramSubstance Abuse855-240-7361

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Frequently Asked Questions About Skippers Corner

What is the population of Skippers Corner?

Skippers Corner has a population of 3,834 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 547 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.1% female and 52.9% male.

Is Skippers Corner expensive to live in?

Skippers Corner is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $67,469, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,200 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $759 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Skippers Corner safe?

Public safety is a concern in Skippers Corner, with a violent crime rate of 675 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,560 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Skippers Corner receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Skippers Corner?

Skippers Corner enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Skippers Corner?

The job market in Skippers Corner is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,185. There are 11,216 business establishments in the area, including 821 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Skippers Corner?

The median home value in Skippers Corner is $249,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,872. For renters, the median monthly rent is $759. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 90.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,918.

How are the schools in Skippers Corner?

Schools in Skippers Corner score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.9% of adults in Skippers Corner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Skippers Corner?

The obesity rate in Skippers Corner is 37.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.5% of adults are smokers. 28.6% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 14.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 95.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,085.

What is transportation like in Skippers Corner?

The average commute in Skippers Corner is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Skippers Corner?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Skippers Corner is 84.6% White, 7.7% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability. 85.2% have health insurance coverage.

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