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Scottsville, TX

Texas · Harrison County · Metropolitan Area

Scottsville is a small town in Texas with a population of 259. Residents earn $36,324 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
259 Population 196/sq mi density
$36,324 Median Income $24,603 per capita
$122,900 Home Value
$1,679 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$36,324 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$122,900 home value, $1,679/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,324
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,900
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,324
Per Capita$24,603
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$5,676M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,900
Rent$1,679
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units133
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured16.2%
Smoking16.6%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation409 ft (125 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband70.2%
Libraries2

Is Scottsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scottsville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Scottsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scottsville is $36,324, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scottsville is $122,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Scottsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Scottsville has a population of 259 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.2%), with 35.9% Black.

Population

259
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Scottsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scottsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scottsville is $36,324, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Scottsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,324
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,603
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$71,225

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,456
County GDP$5,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare108
Retail191
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,264
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Scottsville is $122,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,900
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,264
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.28%
In Scottsville, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep42.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Uninsured16.2%
88% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,293
Dentists1:4,115
Mental Health1:1,818
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits49.1%
Premature Death10,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Scottsville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation409 ft (125 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates32.5404°N, 94.2393°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHarrison County County
County FIPS48203
Scottsville is located in Harrison County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 70.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyHarrison County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants113
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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