Median Income
$59,750
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Scotland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population253
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,750
Per Capita$22,874
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$160M
Commute42 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation174 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+89.5%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute42 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1
Is Scotland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Scotland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Scotland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Scotland is $59,750, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Scotland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Scotland has a population of 253 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Black.
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Scotland is $59,750, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,750 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,874 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $893 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $43,411 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 83 |
| County GDP | $160M |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,750 |
| 50% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 41.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,750 |
| 50% below US avg |
In Scotland, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 39.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Scotland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 12.9% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.8% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 24.9% |
| Physical Distress | 20.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,896/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 6.2% |
Crime Rates: Scotland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Scotland has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0472°N, 82.8176°W |
| County FIPS | 13309 |