Skyland Estates, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Skyland Estates is a small town in Virginia with a population of 607. Residents earn $94,375 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
607 Population 254/sq mi density
$94,375 Median Income $52,387 per capita
$279,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,375 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$279,800 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,375
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,800
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population607
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,375
Per Capita$52,387
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$2,557M
Commute59 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation1,041 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute59 min
Broadband96.4%
Libraries1

Is Skyland Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skyland Estates receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Skyland Estates stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skyland Estates is $94,375, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skyland Estates is $279,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Skyland Estates experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 21.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Skyland Estates has a population of 607 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 3% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

607
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Skyland Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skyland Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skyland Estates is $94,375, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 59 minutes.

Income: Skyland Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,375
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,387
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$75,889

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,178
County GDP$2,557M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare67
Retail131
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,065
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time58.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Skyland Estates is $279,800, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,800
1% below US avg
Median List Price$374,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$374,900
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,065
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Skyland Estates, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Skyland Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Skyland Estates has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall21.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates38.9318°N, 78.0862°W
County FIPS51187
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants89
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute58.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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