Best Places to Live in Skagway, Alaska

Living in Skagway, Alaska is a unique experience. The town is small, with a population of about 991 people, but it has plenty to offer its residents. Summers are full of sunshine and warmth and the winters can be especially cold, with temperatures dipping as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit. The abundant wildlife in the area makes for excellent fishing and hunting opportunities, and the nearby mountains provide some beautiful scenery. Residents also enjoy easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and skiing. There are many annual events throughout the year such as the Swinging on a Star music festival, the 4th of July parade along Broadway Street, and the world-famous White Pass & Yukon Railway excursions. Skagway truly is a special place to live or visit!

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Skagway is 17.6% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Skagway jobs have decreased by 0.0%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Skagway's cost of living is 20.0% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Skagway's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in Skagway, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Skagway Municipality Borough flipped overwhelmingly Democratic, 68.4% to 27.8%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Skagway's population is 1,217 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 9.8%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 0.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Skagway is Real Estate: $413,600. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.5%.

SCHOOLS

Skagway public schools spend $22,561 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 11.7 students per teacher in Skagway. More Education

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Housing Market in Skagway

It's a good time to buy in Skagway. Home Appreciation is up 10.5% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Skagway is $413,600.

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