Median Income
$82,946
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$330,600
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,307
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.3%
41% lower than US avg
How Scio Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,075
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density2,443/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$82,946
Per Capita$34,256
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$23,937M
Commute32 min
Housing
A
Home Value$330,600
Rent$1,307
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$559,614
Health
Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation313 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries6
Is Scio a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Scio receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Scio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Scio is $82,946, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Scio is $330,600, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,307 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Scio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Scio has a population of 1,075 with a density of 2,443 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 3% Hispanic.
Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Scio is $82,946, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,946 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,256 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,207 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,475 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% |
| 41% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 12,695 |
| County GDP | $23,937M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 832 |
| Healthcare | 1,215 |
| Retail | 1,124 |
| Manufacturing | 360 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.9% |
The median home value in Scio is $330,600, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,307 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $559,614.
Home Values
| Census Median | $330,600 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $559,614 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $346 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 83.5% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,307 |
| 12% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,970 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
In Scio, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Scio vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 32.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,452/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,215 |
Crime Rates: Scio vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 43 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Scio has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.7 inches |
| 39% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 313 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,443/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7043°N, 122.8511°W |
| County FIPS | 41047 |