Scottsville, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Allen County County
Scottsville, KY
At a Glance
How Scottsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Scottsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Scottsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Scottsville residents earn a median household income of $36,259 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,365. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 422 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Scottsville is $140,600 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $207,254. Median rent is $621/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Scottsville reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 737/100K.
Education
12.0% of adults in Scottsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Scottsville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches.