Scotia, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scotia, Nebraska had a total population of 428, the 234th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $45,000, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Scotia Quick Facts
How Scotia Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 412 | 428 | +3.9% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $45,000 | -12.2% |
| Median home value | $89,000 | $102,800 | +15.5% |
How Scotia Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Scotia Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Greeley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley Center | 417 | $49,083 | 14.8% | $80,700 |
| Spalding | 353 | $65,625 | 2.7% | $127,300 |
| Wolbach | 283 | $52,321 | 24.0% | $67,300 |
Cities Similar to Scotia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley Center | 417 | $49,083 | $80,700 | 18.8% | 14.8% |
| Orchard | 410 | $52,813 | $87,000 | 21.7% | 18.7% |
| Trenton | 487 | $45,000 | $69,200 | 22.4% | 13.6% |
| Plymouth | 397 | $50,417 | $116,900 | 17.5% | 11.3% |
| Mullen | 478 | $50,750 | $85,400 | 28.1% | 5.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 428, Scotia's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Scotia is a small community located in Nebraska, within Greeley County. The total population is 428. It ranks as the 234th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scotia is 35.3 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scotia is $45,000. This is 41% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.5%. This is 131% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Scotia, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $102,800. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $238,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Scotia is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Scotia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scotia, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Scotia, Nebraska?
Scotia, Nebraska has a population of 428 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scotia, NE?
The median household income in Scotia is $45,000, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scotia, NE?
The poverty rate in Scotia is 24.5%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scotia, Nebraska?
Scotia's population is 90.6% White, 0.0% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scotia, NE?
The median home value in Scotia is $102,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Scotia, Nebraska?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Scotia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.