What are the schools like in Skaneateles, NY?

Skaneateles is served primarily by SKANEATELES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Skaneateles?

The median household income in Skaneateles, NY is $117,976 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Skaneateles, NY?

Skaneateles has an average high temperature of 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 105.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Skaneateles, NY affordable or expensive?

Skaneateles's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Skaneateles is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $562,500 and the median rent is $846 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Skaneateles, NY?

Skaneateles has a violent crime rate of 284.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1623.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Skaneateles, NY a Good Place to Live?

Skaneateles is a small town of 2,539 in New York, with a median household income of $117,976 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Skaneateles stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Skaneateles is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Skaneateles 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: 95.2

Skaneateles's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Skaneateles costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Skaneateles, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$562,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$846	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$117,976	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Skaneateles's violent crime rate is 284.2 per 100,000 residents — 25% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

284.2 /100k

Property Crime

1623.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Skaneateles is served primarily by SKANEATELES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Skaneateles, NY	National Avg
School District	SKANEATELES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	75.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Skaneateles sees average highs of 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July, with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation and 105.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Skaneateles, NY
Average High — January	31.3°F
Average High — July	81.1°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	105.7"

Demographics

Metric	Skaneateles, NY	National Avg
Population	2,539	—
Median Age	59.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	20.6%	22.2%
65 and over	40.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Marcellus, NY 5 mi Melrose Park, NY 5 mi Elbridge, NY 6 mi Auburn, NY 7 mi Jordan, NY 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Skaneateles

Skaneateles, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

13152

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skaneateles, NY affordable or expensive?

Skaneateles's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Skaneateles roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $562,500 and median rent is $846/month.

What is the crime rate in Skaneateles, NY?

Skaneateles's violent crime rate is 284.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1623.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Skaneateles?

Public schools in Skaneateles are operated by SKANEATELES CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 75.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Skaneateles, NY a good place to live?

Skaneateles, NY has a population of 2,539, a median household income of $117,976, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 Skaneateles?

Skaneateles averages 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.6 inches with about 105.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Skaneateles?

Skaneateles, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 13152.

What is the population of Skaneateles?

The population of Skaneateles, New York is 2,539 with a median age of 59.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Skaneateles?

Key numbers for living in Skaneateles: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $562,500, median household income $117,976, crime index 76 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Skaneateles side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.