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Scott County, Virginia Demographics 2026

Scott County, Virginia has a population of 21,504, the 79th most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $45,136 and the median home value is $122,300. The poverty rate is 18.0%.

Scott County Quick Facts

Population 21,504
Median Household Income $45,136
Median Home Value $122,300
Poverty Rate 18.0%
Unemployment Rate 2.9%
Median Age 47.6 years
Homeownership Rate 78.3%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree+ 14.2%
High School Graduation 84.0%
Cities/Places 0
Population 21,504 79th of 133
Median Income $45,136 50% lower state
Poverty Rate 18.0%
Unemployment 2.9%

Economy & Housing

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%
45.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.3%
Renter 21.7%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

8out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

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Population Overview

Scott County is located in Virginia with a total population of 21,504. It is the 79th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Scott County is 47.6 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Scott County is $45,136. This is 50% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 81% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $122,300. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $360,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Scott County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Scott County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.9% vs 59.0%). The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.0%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Scott County, Virginia?

Scott County has a population of 21,504, making it the 79th most populous county in Virginia.

What is the median income in Scott County?

The median household income in Scott County is $45,136 with a poverty rate of 18.0%.

How many cities are in Scott County, Virginia?

Scott County contains 0 Census-designated places.