Scotland, GA

Georgia

Scotland is a small town in Georgia with a population of 253. Residents earn $59,750 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
253 Population 177/sq mi density
$59,750 Median Income $22,874 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

253
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%
Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scotland vs U.S. Average

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: Scotland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)83
County GDP$160M

Business (County)

Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,750
50% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.7 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied81.2%

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

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.7%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma12.5%
COPD12.9%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity39.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress20.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,896/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access6.2%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates32.0472°N, 82.8176°W
County FIPS13309
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.7 min
Work from Home2.3%

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