What are the schools like in Skykomish, WA?

Skykomish is served primarily by Skykomish School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.8:1.

What is the median household income in Skykomish?

The median household income in Skykomish, WA is $51,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.9%.

What is the weather like in Skykomish, WA?

Skykomish has an average high temperature of 41.9°F in January and 76.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 44.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Skykomish, WA affordable or expensive?

Skykomish's cost of living index is 113, where 100 represents the national average. This means Skykomish is 13% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $360,000 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Skykomish has a violent crime rate of 439.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3561.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Skykomish, WA a Good Place to Live?

Skykomish is a small town of 116 in Washington, with a median household income of $51,875 and a 5.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 113 (US average = 100), which is 13% above the national average.

Strengths: Skykomish stands out for solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Skykomish is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Skykomish 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: 113.0

Skykomish's overall cost of living index is 113.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Skykomish costs roughly 13% more than the average American city.

Metric	Skykomish, WA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$360,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Skykomish's violent crime rate is 439.7 per 100,000 residents — 16% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

439.7 /100k

Property Crime

3561.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Skykomish is served primarily by Skykomish School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Skykomish, WA	National Avg
School District	Skykomish School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Skykomish sees average highs of 41.9°F in January and 76.7°F in July, with 109.9 inches of annual precipitation and 44.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Skykomish, WA
Average High — January	41.9°F
Average High — July	76.7°F
Annual Precipitation	109.9"
Annual Snowfall	44.3"

Demographics

Metric	Skykomish, WA	National Avg
Population	116	—
Median Age	62.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.3%	22.2%
65 and over	43.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Baring, WA 7 mi Index, WA 12 mi May Creek, WA 18 mi Gold Bar, WA 19 mi Snoqualmie Pass, WA 21 mi

ZIP Codes in Skykomish

Skykomish, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

98288

Skykomish vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skykomish, WA affordable or expensive?

Skykomish's cost of living index is 113, where 100 is the national average. That puts Skykomish roughly 13% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $360,000 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Skykomish, WA?

Skykomish's violent crime rate is 439.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3561.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Skykomish?

Public schools in Skykomish are operated by Skykomish School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.8:1. 31.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Skykomish, WA a good place to live?

Skykomish, WA has a population of 116, a median household income of $51,875, and an unemployment rate of 5.9%. 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 Skykomish?

Skykomish averages 41.9°F in January and 76.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 109.9 inches with about 44.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Skykomish?

Skykomish, WA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 98288.

What is the population of Skykomish?

The population of Skykomish, Washington is 116 with a median age of 62.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Skykomish?

Key numbers for living in Skykomish: cost of living index 113 (100 = US average), median home $360,000, median household income $51,875, crime index 137 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Skykomish side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.