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Scotia, CA

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Scotia is a small town in California with a population of 565. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
565 Population 753/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $32,137 per capita
$327,700 Home Value
$1,206 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$327,700 home value, $1,206/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $327,700
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,206
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population565
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density753/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans18.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$32,137
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$327,700
Rent$1,206
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.5%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation140 ft (43 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Scotia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotia receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Scotia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scotia is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scotia is $327,700, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,206 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Scotia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Scotia has a population of 565 with a density of 753 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 20.9% Hispanic.

Population

565
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scotia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scotia is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Scotia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scotia is $327,700, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,206 (4% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,700
16% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,206
4% above US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.9%
Housing Units260
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Scotia, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Scotia has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation140 ft (43 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates40.4788°N, 124.1047°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density753/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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