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Scotts Corners, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Scotts Corners is a small town in New York with a population of 610. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
610 Population 345/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $129,141 per capita
$987,800 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$987,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $987,800
250% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.2%
147% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population610
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$129,141
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute41 min

Housing

A
Home Value$987,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units282
Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity21.8%
Uninsured3.6%
Smoking6.4%
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+28.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute41 min
Broadband95.7%
Libraries29

Is Scotts Corners a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotts Corners receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Scotts Corners stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scotts Corners is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Scotts Corners among higher-income communities. 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 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scotts Corners is $987,800, making it a premium housing market at 250% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Scotts Corners is a highly educated community — 83.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Scotts Corners experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 34.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Scotts Corners has a population of 610 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

610
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotts Corners vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.0%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.0%
109% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Scotts Corners vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scotts Corners is $250,001, which is 233% above 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 41 minutes.

Income: Scotts Corners vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$129,141
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,324
County GDP$76,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,808
Healthcare2,172
Retail2,360
Manufacturing493

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Drive Alone55.3%
Public Transit7.4%
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scotts Corners is $987,800, 250% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$987,800
250% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Scotts Corners, 21.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.6% of residents lack health insurance. 6.4% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Scotts Corners vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure22.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.4%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress12.6%
Physical Distress8.0%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured3.6%
58% below US avg
Mental Health1:232
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits78.3%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Scotts Corners has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall34.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates41.1889°N, 73.5561°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 83.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (147% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.2%
147% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+28.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Drive Alone55.3%
Public Transit7.4%
Work from Home31.0%

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