Scotland, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Scotland is a small town in Virginia with a population of 91. Residents earn $43,942 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
91 Population 100/sq mi density
$43,942 Median Income $58,777 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,942 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,942
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.7%
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,942
Per Capita$58,777
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,485M
Commute72 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.7%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute72 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries2

Is Scotland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotland receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $43,942, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Scotland is a highly educated community — 52.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Scotland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Scotland has a population of 91 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 14.3% Hispanic.

Population

91
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

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 $43,942, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 72 minutes.

Income: Scotland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,942
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$58,777
Avg Weekly Wage$1,907
IRS Avg AGI$62,763

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$1,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time72.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit22.2%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg
In Scotland, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death9,578/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access10.0%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Scotland has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates37.1811°N, 76.7965°W
County FIPS51181
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.7%
56% above US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute72.1 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit22.2%
Work from Home0.0%

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