Skyline, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Skyline is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 266. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
266 Population 1,330/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $51,837 per capita
$287,500 Home Value $338,896 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$287,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $287,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.6%
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density1,330/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$51,837
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$5,641M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$287,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,896

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation988 ft (301 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute18 min
Broadband98.2%
Libraries3

Is Skyline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skyline receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Skyline stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skyline is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Skyline is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Skyline is a highly educated community — 50.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Skyline has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Skyline has a population of 266 with a density of 1,330 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

266
Total Population
1,330
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Skyline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Skyline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skyline is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Skyline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,837
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,150
County GDP$5,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants171
Healthcare317
Retail276
Manufacturing81

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,631
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Skyline is $287,500, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,500
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,896

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,631
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Skyline, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities317
Skyline has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Coordinates44.1409°N, 94.0336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 50.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.2-point margin. 98.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.6%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.6%
50% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities317
Restaurants171
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.1%

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