Median Income
$46,563
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.2%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.8%
45% lower than US avg
How Scottsville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population488
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans9.3%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$33,835
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute31 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$242,600
RentN/A
Ownership53.6%
Zillow$327,401
Rent Burden22.4%
Health
Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation410 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.2%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute31 min
Broadband77.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Scottsville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Scottsville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $46,563, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Scottsville is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Scottsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Scottsville has a population of 488 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 23.4% Black.
Population
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Scottsville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Scottsville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Scottsville is $46,563, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Scottsville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,563 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,024 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 668 |
| County GDP | $1,259M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,427 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Scottsville is $242,600, 14% below the national average. 53.6% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $327,401.
Home Values
| Census Median | $242,600 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $327,401 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 53.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.6% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,427 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.41% |
In Scottsville, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Scottsville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.3% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,850/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
Crime Rates: Scottsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Scottsville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.7 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 321/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8113°N, 78.4882°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51065 |