Skykomish, WA

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
112 Population 361/sq mi density
$75,536 Median Income $50,498 per capita
$411,100 Home Value $454,530 Zillow
$1,406 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,536 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$411,100 home value, $1,406/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,536
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $411,100
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.2%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,406
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density361/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,536
Per Capita$50,498
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$477,154M
Commute40 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$411,100
Rent$1,406
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$454,530
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain109.9 in/yr
Elevation936 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.2%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 74%
Commute40 min
Broadband59.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries78

Is Skykomish a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Skykomish has a population of 112 with a density of 361 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%), with 9.8% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.

Population

112
Total Population
361
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Skykomish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skykomish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skykomish is $75,536, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Skykomish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,536
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,498
Avg Weekly Wage$2,544
IRS Avg AGI$161,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)82,150
County GDP$477,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,697
Healthcare8,565
Retail6,042
Manufacturing1,935

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Skykomish is $411,100, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,406 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $454,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,100
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$454,530

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$889
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,406
21% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,168
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Skykomish, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 11.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity11.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death5,529/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities8,565

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Skykomish has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 109.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall109.9 inches
189% above US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation936 ft (285 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density361/sq mi
Coordinates47.7099°N, 121.3564°W
County FIPS53033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 22.5%
D 74.2%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.2%
16% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.36
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density361/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries78
Healthcare Facilities8,565
Restaurants6,697
Retail Stores6,042

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)146
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home7.4%

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