What are the schools like in Skokomish, WA?

Skokomish is served primarily by Shelton School District. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.5:1.

What is the median household income in Skokomish?

The median household income in Skokomish, WA is $53,281 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 19.4%.

What is the weather like in Skokomish, WA?

Skokomish has an average high temperature of 45.3°F in January and 75.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 4.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Skokomish, WA affordable or expensive?

Skokomish's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Skokomish is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $140,300 and the median rent is $713 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Skokomish, WA?

Skokomish has a violent crime rate of 212.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1563.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Skokomish, WA a Good Place to Live?

Skokomish is a small town of 644 in Washington, with a median household income of $53,281 and a 19.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Skokomish stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Skokomish is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Skokomish 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: 96.0

Skokomish's overall cost of living index is 96.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Skokomish costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Skokomish, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$140,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$713	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,281	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Skokomish's violent crime rate is 212.7 per 100,000 residents — 44% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

212.7 /100k

Property Crime

1563.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Skokomish is served primarily by Shelton School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Skokomish, WA	National Avg
School District	Shelton School District	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Skokomish sees average highs of 45.3°F in January and 75.6°F in July, with 92.0 inches of annual precipitation and 4.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Skokomish, WA
Average High — January	45.3°F
Average High — July	75.6°F
Annual Precipitation	92.0"
Annual Snowfall	4.4"

Demographics

Metric	Skokomish, WA	National Avg
Population	644	—
Median Age	32.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	19.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	15.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	16.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Union, WA 3 mi Hoodsport, WA 5 mi Shelton, WA 8 mi Grapeview, WA 15 mi Allyn, WA 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Skokomish

Skokomish, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

98584

Skokomish vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skokomish, WA affordable or expensive?

Skokomish's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Skokomish roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $140,300 and median rent is $713/month.

What is the crime rate in Skokomish, WA?

Skokomish's violent crime rate is 212.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1563.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Skokomish?

Public schools in Skokomish are operated by Shelton School District. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1. 8.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Skokomish, WA a good place to live?

Skokomish, WA has a population of 644, a median household income of $53,281, and an unemployment rate of 19.4%. 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 Skokomish?

Skokomish averages 45.3°F in January and 75.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 92.0 inches with about 4.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Skokomish?

Skokomish, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 98584.

What is the population of Skokomish?

The population of Skokomish, Washington is 644 with a median age of 32.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Skokomish?

Key numbers for living in Skokomish: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $140,300, median household income $53,281, crime index 63 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Skokomish side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.