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Scottville, IL

Illinois

Scottville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 81. Residents earn $63,500 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
81 Population 81/sq mi density
$63,500 Median Income $40,074 per capita
$110,200 Home Value
$450 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$63,500 median income, 26.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value, $450/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 26.7%
642% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population81
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$40,074
Unemployment26.7%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$431M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
Rent$450
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden36.7%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking18.0%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute22 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries4

Is Scottville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scottville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Scottville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scottville is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 26.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scottville is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Scottville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Scottville has a population of 81 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

81
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Scottville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Scottville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scottville is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 26.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Scottville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,500
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,074
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$60,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment26.7%
642% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail35
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scottville is $110,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$450
61% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.8%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Scottville, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,922
Dentists1:2,913
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death10,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Scottville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation652 ft (199 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates39.4777°N, 90.1038°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.8-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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