What are the schools like in Skillman, NJ?

Skillman is served primarily by Montgomery Township School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in Skillman?

The median household income in Skillman, NJ is $132,105 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Skillman, NJ?

Skillman has an average high temperature of 38.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.9 inches.

Skillman, NJ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Skillman, NJ affordable or expensive?

Skillman's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Skillman is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $448,200 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Skillman, NJ?

Skillman has a violent crime rate of 20.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 290.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Skillman, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Skillman is a small town of 297 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $132,105 . Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Skillman stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Skillman is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Skillman city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Skillman's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Skillman costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Skillman, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$448,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$132,105	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Skillman's violent crime rate is 20.4 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

20.4 /100k

Property Crime

290.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Skillman is served primarily by Montgomery Township School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Skillman, NJ	National Avg
School District	Montgomery Township School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	46.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Skillman sees average highs of 38.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July, with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation and 23.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Skillman, NJ
Average High — January	38.1°F
Average High — July	85.2°F
Annual Precipitation	51.0"
Annual Snowfall	23.9"

Demographics

Metric	Skillman, NJ	National Avg
Population	297	—
Median Age	35.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	21.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	13.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Skillman

Skillman, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08558

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skillman, NJ affordable or expensive?

Skillman's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Skillman roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $448,200 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Skillman, NJ?

Skillman's violent crime rate is 20.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 290.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Skillman?

Public schools in Skillman are operated by Montgomery Township School District. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 46.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Skillman, NJ a good place to live?

Skillman, NJ has a population of 297, a median household income of $132,105, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Skillman?

Skillman averages 38.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.0 inches with about 23.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Skillman?

Skillman, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08558.

What is the population of Skillman?

The population of Skillman, New Jersey is 297 with a median age of 35.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Skillman?

Key numbers for living in Skillman: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $448,200, median household income $132,105, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Skillman side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.