Scotland County, Missouri Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Scotland County is located in Missouri with a total population of 4,698. It is the 109th most populous county out of 115 in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Scotland County is 36.3 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 29.8% of the population under 18, Scotland County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Scotland County is $67,568. This is 2% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 44% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $141,100. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $215,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Scotland County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Scotland County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.1%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.1%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.4%.