Scotia, NE

Nebraska

Scotia is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 412. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
412 Population 1,177/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $28,488 per capita
$89,000 Home Value
$575 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,000 home value, $575/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,177/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$28,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$192M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,000
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation1,931 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Libraries2

Is Scotia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotia receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Scotia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scotia is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scotia is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Scotia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches, including 30.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Scotia has a population of 412 with a density of 1,177 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

412
Total Population
1,177
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scotia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scotia is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Scotia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,488
Avg Weekly Wage$829
IRS Avg AGI$52,773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)121
County GDP$192M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare3
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Scotia is $89,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

In Scotia, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Healthcare Facilities3

Crime Rates: Scotia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Scotia has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall30.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,931 ft (589 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,177/sq mi
Coordinates41.4678°N, 98.7024°W
County FIPS31077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.4%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,177/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants4
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

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