Scotts, MI

Michigan · Kalamazoo County · Kalamazoo-Portage Metro

Scotts is a small town in Michigan with a population of 145. Residents earn $87,667 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

145 Population 604/sq mi density

$87,667 Median Income $25,641 per capita

$132,800 Home Value $310,093 Zillow

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

344 Violent Crime/100K 2,656 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.8 / 5.0

$87,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$132,800 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

344 violent crimes/100K (9% below avg)

Education

3.5 / 5.0

31.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $87,667

17% higher than US avg

Home Value $132,800

53% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 344/100K

9% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.2%

7% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145

Median Age43.2 yrs

Density604/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 42%

Veterans88.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$87,667

Per Capita$25,641

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$20,706M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$132,800

RentN/A

Ownership100.0%

Zillow$310,093

Housing Units61

Rent Burden29.7%

Crime

Violent344/100K

Property2,656/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking15.3%

Depression30.2%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain31.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation912 ft (278 m)

Education

Bachelor's+31.2%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+4.3%

School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%

Commute27 min

Broadband50.0%

EV Stations4

Libraries14

Is Scotts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scotts receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Scotts offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scotts is $87,667, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scotts is $132,800, 53% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Scotts is below the national average at 344 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,656 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Scotts experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Scotts has a population of 145 with a density of 604 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (42.1%), with 30.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 66.3% of residents, while 33.7% speak Spanish. 88.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 80.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

145

Total Population

604

People / sq mi

43.2yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Scotts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 66.3%

16% below US avg

Spanish 33.7%

151% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Scotts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scotts is $87,667, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,641 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,264, 12% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,972 business establishments, including 579 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Scotts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$87,667
	17% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,641
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,264
IRS Avg AGI	$82,017
Gini Index	0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,972
County GDP	$20,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants	579
Healthcare	749
Retail	848
Manufacturing	295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,471
	113% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.4 min
Drive Alone	40.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scotts is $132,800, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,093, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 61 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1951. The average annual property tax is $7,471 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$132,800
	53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$310,093

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	100.0%
Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Renter-Occupied	0.0%
Housing Units	61
Median Year Built	1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,471
	113% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.63%

In Scotts, 38.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 23.1% are physically inactive. 30.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,012. The dentist ratio is 1:1,312. 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.1%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.1%
Depression	30.2%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	29.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.2%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,012
Dentists	1:1,312
Mental Health	1:184
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	67.3%
Premature Death	7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	91.7%
Healthcare Facilities	749

Scotts has a violent crime rate of 344 per 100,000 residents, 9% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,656 per 100,000, 36% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 31 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Scotts receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	344.3/100K
	9% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,656.2/100K
	36% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	31
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Scotts experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.3°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	912 ft (278 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	604/sq mi
Coordinates	42.1941°N, 85.4137°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Kalamazoo County County
Nearest Airport	Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International (AZO) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"

17% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.82"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0452 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	11.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	81.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	18.5 / 100
Community Resilience	91.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	5 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	94 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	31 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	69 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	148 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

416 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 153 fatalities, 2,071 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	83 km	17
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	15 km	0
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	42 km	1
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	96 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	96 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	55 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	56 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	93 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	94 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	68 km	5
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	65 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	47 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	79 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	86 km	0
May 15, 1986	EF3	47 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	88 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	28 km	5
May 13, 1980	EF3	67 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	86 km	5
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	84 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	133 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	67 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.9 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Driest
March	36°F (2°C)	2.5 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.8 in	Wettest
October	51°F (10°C)	2.8 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.8 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.6 in

Scotts has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.6").

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Scotts is located in Kalamazoo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 31.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58% of the vote, a 17.7-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 749 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 40% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%

D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	31
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.2%
	7% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.3%
School Test Score	5.27

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	604/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Kalamazoo County County

Services

Broadband Access	50.0%
Avg Download Speed	208.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	97.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	749
Restaurants	579
Retail Stores	848

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.4 min
Drive Alone	40.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Scotts. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$585
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$806
Toddler	$806
Preschool	$788

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kalamazoo County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	21,198	340	$95,480	2.14
Health Care & Social Assistance	20,432	961	$70,049	1.18
Retail Trade	12,358	722	$38,041	1.03
Accommodation & Food Services	11,060	521	$23,302	1.01
Construction	6,522	458	$79,824	1.03
Professional & Technical Services	5,959	586	$86,578	0.71
Administrative & Waste Services	5,719	323	$46,514	0.80
Wholesale Trade	5,036	244	$74,530	1.06
Other Services	4,000	575	$46,541	1.10
Finance & Insurance	3,326	322	$95,835	0.68
Educational Services	2,538	85	$56,093	1.02
Arts & Entertainment	1,838	104	$26,648	0.91
Real Estate	1,793	203	$63,812	0.96
Agriculture & Forestry	1,485	96	$44,461	1.52
Information & Technology	695	80	$72,444	0.31
Unclassified	248	75	$37,605	1.47
Management of Companies	158	21	$89,721	0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas	24	5	$70,176	0.05

Schools in Scotts

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Tobey Elementary School	Elementary	370	22	16.8:1
ClimaxScotts Elementary School	Elementary	232	16	14.5:1

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Radio Stations near Scotts

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
89.1 WIDR FM	—	MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Scotts

14 national parks and monuments found near Scotts.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster)	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Scotts

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2021	108	$30,313
2023	145	$87,667

Museums in Scotts

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KALAMAZOO INSTITUTE OF ARTS	ART MUSEUM		2693497775	$2,820,046
LEILA ARBORETUM SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2699690270	$311,253
VICKSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	300 NORTH RICHARDSON STREET	2696491733	$233,471
ART CENTER OF BATTLE CREEK	ART MUSEUM		2699629511	$183,665
CARNEGIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS	GENERAL MUSEUM		6162738882	$175,437
KINGMAN MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		2699655117	$137,423
AIR ZOO	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	6151 PORTAGE ROAD
ATHENS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101-103 SOUTH CAPITAL	2699862689
BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMUNITY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	175 LIMIT STREET
DARDEN MURPHY AFRICAN AMERICAN COWBOY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	628 LULU ST�	2693820245
DR KELLOGG'S DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	480 WEST VAN BUREN	2699653000
FORT CUSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GALESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	190 E MICHIGAN AVENUE	2696659011
GALLERY II	ART MUSEUM
GILMORE CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2696715089
HISTORICAL PROPERTIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699625037
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BATTLE CREEK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
KALAMAZOO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2693812006
KALAMAZOO LATVIAN HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KALAMAZOO MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM	9336 RIVERVIEW DRIVE	2693438269
KALAMAZOO NATURE CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2693811574
KALAMAZOO VALLEY MUSEUM PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
KALAMAZOO VALLEY MUSUEM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2693737990
KIMBALL HOUSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
LINCOLN CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6865 WEST HICKORY ROAD	2696715089
MIDWEST MINIATURES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
OLD HOUSE NETWORK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2697200403
PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
REAL MEN'S ANTIQ-IBLES	GENERAL MUSEUM		2693445555
SCHOOLCRAFT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTS OLDE TYME POWER AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	8451 S 35TH ST	2694965815
SPACE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
STUDENT ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		2693872436

Libraries in Scotts

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KALAMAZOO PUBLIC LIBRARY	315 SOUTH ROSE STREET	780,585
PORTAGE DISTRICT LIBRARY	300 LIBRARY LANE	766,136
WILLARD PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 WEST VAN BUREN STREET	616,564
PARCHMENT COMMUNITY LIBRARY	401 SOUTH RIVERVIEW DRIVE	79,344
COMSTOCK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	6130 KING HIGHWAY	77,802
CHARLES A. RANSOM DISTRICT LIBRARY	180 SOUTH SHERWOOD AVENUE	71,697
VICKSBURG DISTRICT LIBRARY	215 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE	63,234
AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY	105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET	37,084
RICHLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY	8951 PARK STREET	35,012
COLON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	128 SOUTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE	24,303
SCHOOLCRAFT COMMUNITY LIBRARY	330 NORTH CENTRE STREET	20,575
MENDON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	314 WEST MAIN STREET	11,153
GALESBURG MEMORIAL LIBRARY	188 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	10,154
ATHENS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	106 EAST BURR OAK STREET	7,731
MENNO COMMUNITY-SCHOOL LIBRARY	410 S 5TH STREET	4,300
LAWRENCE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 NORTH MAIN STREET	2,974

Farmers Markets in Scotts

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Athens Farmers Market	Wilson Park	06/02/2017 to 09/29/2017	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Battle Creek Farmers Market	25 S McCamly	05/01/2019 to 10/30/2019	Wed: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Bronson Winter Farmers' Market	601 John Street	November to April	Fri:10:30 am - 2:00 pm;		Visit
Douglass Farmers' Market	1000 West Paterson Street	06/04/2013 to 09/24/2013	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Friday Farmer's Market at Borgess Medical Center	1521 Gull Rd				Visit
Galesburg Community Market	45 West Michigan	05/31/2014 to 10/04/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Kalamazoo Farmers Market	1204 Bank Street	05/02/2020 to 11/21/2020	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 2:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Plainwell Farmers Market	798 E. Bridge St.	05/24/2018 to 10/11/2018	Thu: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Portage Market	320 Library Ln	05/07/2017 to 10/29/2017	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Richland Farmers' Market	9550 East M-89	05/20/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Schoolcraft Farmers Market	342 N. Grand	09/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Springfield Farmers Market	503 Military Avenue	05/01/2014 to 10/31/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Sprout's Fresh on Wheels Veggie Van	Various mobile locations on website	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Thu: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Vicksburg Farmers' Market	300 N. Richardson	05/18/2018 to	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Scotts

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Arcadia Brewing Co	Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries	701 E Michigan Ave
Arcadia Brewing Co, Arcadia Brewing Company	Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant	103 Michigan Ave W	(269) 963-9690, 2699639690	Visit
Bell's Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	8938 Krum Ave	2693822338
Bell's Eccentric Cafe & General Store, Bell's Backroom	Music Venue and Garden Central Business District, Brewery, Beer Garden, and Gastropub, Music Venue,	355 E Kalamazoo Ave	2693822332	Visit
Bilbo's Pizza In A Pan	Sandwich Place, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Brewery, Pizza Place, Sandwich Place, and Brewery	6202 S Westnedge Ave	2693288855, 2693238855	Visit
Boatyard Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	432 E Patterson St	2692260300
Boatyard Brewing Company, Boatyard Brewing Co	brewery, Brewery, Breweries, Wineries	432 E Paterson St	2698083455	Visit
Bravo! Restaurant & Cafe	Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery, Brewery, Pizza Place	5402 Portage Rd	2693447700	Visit
Brite Eyes Cafe & Brewhouse	Brewery, Caf, Brewery and Caf Vine	1156 S Burdick St	2692205001
Daane's	Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Distillers, Convenience Stores, Caterers, Beer Makers Equipme	8901 Portage Rd	2693275500, 2697625245	Visit
Gonzo's Biggdogg Brewing	Brewery Central Business District	140 S Westnedge Ave	2692170603	Visit
Latitude 42 Brewing Company	brewery, Brewery	7842 Portage Rd	2694594242	Visit
National Products Co	Canned Food Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Soybean Oil Manu	1206 E Crosstown Pkwy	2693443640	Visit
Rupert's Brew House	Brewery and Bar	773 W Michigan Ave	2693379911
Territorial Brewing Company	Brewery	256 Helmer Rd N	2692821694	Visit

Cell Towers in Scotts

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
8433-B North 12th Street (110951)	GTOWER	128
8433-B North 12th Street (110951)	GTOWER	128
10706 N 24TH ST (44160)	GTOWER	106
10706 N 24TH ST (44160)	GTOWER	106
52807 US RT 131 N (111616)	GTOWER	95
52807 US RT 131 N (111616)	GTOWER	95
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
10126 E M 89	TOWER	76
8370 N 46TH STREET (44122)	GTOWER	73
8370 N 46TH STREET (44122)	GTOWER	73
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
51589 Correl Road (111614)	GTOWER	65
51589 Correl Road (111614)	GTOWER	65
in t255 M-89 (44729)	MTOWER	61
in t255 M-89 (44729)	MTOWER	61
Three Rivers Cell Site 9750 Constantine Road	TOWER	54
310 DUNCAN STREET (44342)	LTOWER	54
310 DUNCAN STREET (44342)	LTOWER	54
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53

Fire Stations in Scotts

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Pavilion Township Fire Department	8749 S 25TH ST	Mostly volunteer			269-327-7532

Bridges in Scotts

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2018	40	1,835	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2017	46	1,259	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2016	52	1,109	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2017	40	1,079	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2019	30	1,020	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	40	931	G
Culvert	Concrete	2006	37	300	G
Culvert	Steel	1948	21	282	F
Culvert	Concrete	2014	24	200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	33	163	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	30	86	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	34	82	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1912	28	72	P

Amtrak Stations in Scotts

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Battle Creek, MI	119 McCamly Street South	TRAIN
Kalamazoo, MI	459 North Burdick Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Scotts

20 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
5200 EAST CORK ST INVESTORS LLC	5200 EAST CORK STREET	KALAMAZOO
5200 EAST CORK ST INVESTORS LLC	5200 EAST CORK STREET	KALAMAZOO
AMERICAN FIBRIT, INC.	76 ARMSTRONG RD	CALHOUN
BENTELER INDUSTRIES, INC.	9000 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
EVERGREEN PACKAGING INC.	2315 MILLER RD	KALAMAZOO
GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, LLC	79 EAST FOUNTAIN STREET	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
JAMES RIVER CORP. - KALAMAZOO	243 E PATTERSON ST	KALAMAZOO
JAMES RIVER CORP. - KALAMAZOO	243 E PATTERSON ST	KALAMAZOO
JBS PLAINWELL, INC.	11 11TH STREET	ALLEGAN
KALAMAZOO RIVER GENERATING STATION	6900 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN (P&U) - KAPI AND EMU	7000 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN COMPANY, LLC.	7171 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO COUNTY
PHARMACIA & UPJOHN COMPANY, LLC.	7171 PORTAGE RD	KALAMAZOO COUNTY
STREBOR INC	2305 SUPERIOR STREET	KALAMAZOO
TRANSCONTINENTAL BATTLE CREEK	155 BROOK ST.	CALHOUN
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY	1201 OLIVER ST	KALAMAZOO

Airports Near Scotts

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gerald R. Ford International Airport	GRR	Large Airport
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field	BTL	Medium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
Abrams Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Airbatco Field	—	Small Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
Branch County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Claucherty Airport	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crippen Field	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
David Beiswanger Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Dewind Field	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Fitch H Beach Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Crown Airport	—	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
Harry's Field	—	Small Airport
Hastings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiram Cure Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoerners Corners Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
Ionia County Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Kendallville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
Kirsch Municipal Airport	IRS	Small Airport
Lautzenhiser Airpark	—	Small Airport
Law Field	—	Small Airport
Marvin Thiel Field	—	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport	—	Small Airport
Nappanee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelund Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Scotts

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Battle Creek Police Department
Colon Police Department
Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety Station 6	1414 Howard Street

Grocery Stores in Scotts

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Long Valley Farm	Farmers and Markets	8350 E O Ave
Npkkg	Convenience Store	13980 E W Ave

Treatment Centers in Scotts

17 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Ascension Borgess Behavioral Health - Inpatient	Both	269-226-5634
Battle Creek VAMC - Battle Creek Medical Center	Both	269-966-5600
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe	Both	269-966-1460
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe South	Both	269-979-8333
Counseling Center PC - DBA Plainwell Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	269-685-9401 x11
Elizabeth Upjohn Comm Healing Center	Both	269-343-1651 x156
Gilmore Community Healing Centers	Substance Abuse	269-382-9820
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo	Both	269-364-6901
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo	Mental Health	269-373-6000
Integrated Services of Kalamazoo - Substance Abuse Services	Substance Abuse	269-373-6000
Kalamazoo Probation - Enhancement Program	Substance Abuse	269-903-0564
Landmark Recovery of Western Michigan	Substance Abuse	888-448-0302
New Way Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	269-552-9134
Pine Rest Christian Mental Hlth Servs - Kalamazoo Clinic	Both	269-343-6700
Recovery Services Unlimited	Substance Abuse	269-364-0663
Victory Clinical Services	Substance Abuse	269-344-4458
Victory Clinical Services - Battle Creek	Substance Abuse	269-753-1710

Churches & Religious Organizations in Scotts

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
COUNTRY CHRISTIAN EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	9286 36TH ST S

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scotts

What is the population of Scotts?

Scotts has a population of 145 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 604 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Scotts expensive to live in?

Scotts has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $87,667, 17% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $132,800 (53% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Scotts safe?

Scotts is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 344 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,656 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Scotts receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Scotts?

Scotts has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Scotts?

The job market in Scotts is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,264. There are 5,972 business establishments in the area, including 579 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Scotts?

The median home value in Scotts is $132,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,093. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $7,471.

How are the schools in Scotts?

Schools in Scotts score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.2% of adults in Scotts hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Scotts?

The obesity rate in Scotts is 38.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 23.1% are physically inactive. 30.2% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 91.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,012.

What is transportation like in Scotts?

The average commute in Scotts is 27 minutes. 40% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Scotts?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Scotts is 42.1% White, 30.3% Black or African American. 66.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 33.7% speak Spanish. 88.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 80.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Galesburg, MI 2,122 pop · 6.7 mi Vicksburg, MI 3,824 pop · 8.1 mi Portage, MI 49,015 pop · 9.1 mi Eastwood, MI 6,704 pop · 10.0 mi Comstock Northwest, MI 5,190 pop · 10.3 mi Kalamazoo, MI 73,132 pop · 10.6 mi Athens, MI 1,149 pop · 11.7 mi Battle Creek, MI 52,392 pop · 11.9 mi Parchment, MI 2,012 pop · 12.0 mi Schoolcraft, MI 1,268 pop · 12.5 mi Richland, MI 1,014 pop · 12.5 mi Springfield, MI 5,295 pop · 12.8 mi South Gull Lake, MI 2,145 pop · 13.3 mi Westwood, MI 8,968 pop · 13.3 mi

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