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Scotchfort, PE

Prince Edward Island

Scotchfort is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 230. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 417/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$256,943 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 25.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$256,943 home value, $855/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,943
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 25.0%
594% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How Scotchfort Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population230
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female48% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment25.0%
Poverty12.4%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,943
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+32.4%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Scotchfort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotchfort receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Scotchfort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scotchfort is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 25.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scotchfort is $256,943, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 32.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Scotchfort has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Scotchfort has a population of 230 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

230
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotchfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg
Other Languages6.5%

Social Characteristics

Scotchfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scotchfort is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Scotchfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.0%
594% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scotchfort is $256,943, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,943
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied14.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units70

Property Tax

In Scotchfort, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Scotchfort vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Scotchfort has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates46.3501°N, 62.9154°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
83% below US avg
High School+32.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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