Scott, OH

Ohio

Scott is a small town in Ohio with a population of 212. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
212 Population 262/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $34,936 per capita
$67,500 Home Value $135,008 Zillow
$681 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value, $681/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$34,936
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,008
Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation740 ft (226 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries7

Is Scott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scott receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Scott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scott is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scott is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Scott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Scott has a population of 212 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

212
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Scott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scott is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Scott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,936
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$62,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)658
County GDP$1,726M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare59
Retail84
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Scott is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Scott, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,043/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities59
Scott has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation740 ft (226 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates40.9887°N, 84.5840°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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