Skowhegan, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Kennebec County County
Skowhegan, ME
At a Glance
How Skowhegan Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Skowhegan's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Skowhegan a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Skowhegan residents earn a median household income of $46,625 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,400. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,431 business establishments, including 314 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Skowhegan is $138,600 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,835. Median rent is $856/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Skowhegan reports 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,793/100K.
Education
21.4% of adults in Skowhegan hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Skowhegan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.