Washington · Metropolitan Area
Skykomish is a small town in Washington with a population of 112. Residents earn $75,536 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
Based on current data, Skykomish receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Skykomish stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Skykomish is $75,536, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Skykomish is $411,100, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,406 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Skykomish experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 109.9 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,536 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,498 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,544 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $161,387 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 82,150 |
| County GDP | $477,154M |
| Restaurants | 6,697 |
| Healthcare | 8,565 |
| Retail | 6,042 |
| Manufacturing | 1,935 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,168 |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.47% |
| Commute Time | 39.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $411,100 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $454,530 |
| $/Sq Ft | $889 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Census Median Rent | $1,406 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 22.5% |
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,168 |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.47% |
| Obesity | 23.6% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 11.9% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,529/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8,565 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 146 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 109.9 inches |
| 189% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 44.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 936 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 361/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7099°N, 121.3564°W |
| County FIPS | 53033 |
Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.2% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.36 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 361/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 59.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 78 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8,565 |
| Restaurants | 6,697 |
| Retail Stores | 6,042 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 146 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 39.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |