Scotland County, MO

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Scotland County Overview

4,720
TOTAL POPULATION
2,304
MALE POPULATION
2,416
FEMALE POPULATION
95.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,808
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,835
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,656
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$5,899
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,957
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Scotland County Area Codes

Race in Scotland County

The most populous races in Scotland County are White / Caucasian (4,574 | 96.9%), Two or more Races (117 | 2.5%), and Hawaiian / Pacific (18 | 0.4%).
Race in Scotland County
Race# Population% Population
Asian20.0%
Black / African American30.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific180.4%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan40.1%
White / Caucasian4,57496.9%
Two or more Races1172.5%
Some other Race20.0%
Total4,720100.0%

Ancestry in Scotland County

The most populous ancestries reported in Scotland County are German (1,027 | 21.8%), American (466 | 9.9%), English (448 | 9.5%), Irish (261 | 5.5%), and Swiss (199 | 4.2%), together accounting for 50.9% of all Scotland County residents.
Ancestry in Scotland County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4669.9%
British160.3%
Cherokee120.3%
Creek20.0%
Danish30.1%
Dutch160.3%
Eastern European140.3%
English4489.5%
European1322.8%
French270.6%
German1,02721.8%
Guamanian / Chamorro521.1%
Hungarian30.1%
Indian (Asian)280.6%
Irish2615.5%
Italian420.9%
Korean551.2%
Norwegian1453.1%
Pakistani491.0%
Polish511.1%
Portuguese30.1%
Russian80.2%
Scandinavian100.2%
Scotch-Irish170.4%
Scottish1543.3%
Swiss1994.2%
Welsh240.5%
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Immigrants in Scotland County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Scotland County came from Asia (35 | 0.7%), South Eastern Asia (35 | 0.7%), and Thailand (35 | 0.7%), together accounting for 2.2% of all Scotland County residents.
Immigrants in Scotland County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia350.7%
South Eastern Asia350.7%
Thailand350.7%
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Sex and Age in Scotland County

Sex and Age in Scotland County

The most populous age groups in Scotland County are 35 to 39 Years (206 | 8.9%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (300 | 12.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Scotland County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years183 (7.9%)188 (7.8%)
5 to 9 Years196 (8.5%)300 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Years173 (7.5%)152 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years176 (7.6%)167 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years127 (5.5%)135 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years152 (6.6%)122 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years126 (5.5%)133 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years206 (8.9%)118 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years158 (6.9%)156 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years76 (3.3%)61 (2.5%)
50 to 54 Years48 (2.1%)115 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years143 (6.2%)92 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years139 (6.0%)206 (8.5%)
65 to 69 Years121 (5.2%)118 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years116 (5.0%)102 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years23 (1.0%)79 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years33 (1.4%)61 (2.5%)
85 Years and over108 (4.7%)111 (4.6%)
Total2,304 (100.0%)2,416 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Scotland County

Median Family Size in Scotland County

The median family size in Scotland County is 3.93 persons per family, with single female/mother families (110 | 11.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (62 | 6.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.23 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Scotland County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple833 (82.9%)3.89
Single Male/Father62 (6.2%)2.23
Single Female/Mother110 (11.0%)5.25
Total Families1,005 (100.0%)3.93

Median Household Size in Scotland County

The median household size in Scotland County is 3.04 persons per household, with single female/mother households (110 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.65 persons per household. non-family households (522 | 34.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Scotland County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple833 (54.5%)3.94
Single Male/Father62 (4.1%)2.81
Single Female/Mother110 (7.2%)5.65
Non-family522 (34.2%)1.07
Total Households1,527 (100.0%)3.04

Household Size by Marriage Status in Scotland County

Out of a total of 1,527 households in Scotland County, 1,005 (65.8%) are family households, while 522 (34.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 500, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 487.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Scotland County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-487 (31.9%)
2-Person Households500 (32.7%)35 (2.3%)
3-Person Households166 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households165 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households93 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households18 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households63 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,005 (65.8%)522 (34.2%)

Female Fertility in Scotland County

Fertility by Age in Scotland County

Average fertility rate in Scotland County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 54.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Scotland County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years31 (54.4%)79.0
35 to 50 years26 (45.6%)72.0
Total57 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Scotland County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Scotland County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Scotland County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Scotland County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School43 (75.4%)120.0
High School Diploma10 (17.5%)72.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (7.0%)16.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total57 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Scotland County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Scotland County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Scotland County

Income Overview in Scotland County

Per Capita Income in Scotland County is $27,808, while median incomes of families and households are $67,835 and $58,656 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,720$27,808
Median Family Income1,005$67,835
Mean Family Income1,005$94,045
Median Household Income1,527$58,656
Mean Household Income1,527$77,522
Income Deficit1,005$5,899
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,72038.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,72061.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,7200.46

Earnings by Sex in Scotland County

Average Earnings in Scotland County are $33,558, $41,111 for men and $25,114 for women, a difference of 38.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Scotland County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,210 (56.3%)$41,111
Female940 (43.7%)$25,114
Total2,150 (100.0%)$33,558

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Scotland County

The most common earnings brackets in Scotland County are $100,000+ for men (145 | 12.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (130 | 13.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Scotland County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less34 (2.8%)94 (10.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99936 (3.0%)27 (2.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49919 (1.6%)79 (8.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99956 (4.6%)34 (3.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49918 (1.5%)46 (4.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99934 (2.8%)17 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (2.1%)44 (4.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99920 (1.7%)54 (5.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49932 (2.6%)26 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99957 (4.7%)46 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99991 (7.5%)130 (13.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99925 (2.1%)61 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999110 (9.1%)56 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999114 (9.4%)89 (9.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99941 (3.4%)17 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99970 (5.8%)6 (0.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999113 (9.3%)69 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99974 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (7.9%)6 (0.6%)
$100,000+145 (12.0%)39 (4.2%)
Total1,210 (100.0%)940 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Scotland County

Average earnings in Scotland County are $42,437 for men and $28,145 for women, a difference of 33.7%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $53,203, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,652. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,838, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,310.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Scotland County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$53,203$16,310
High School Diploma$39,652$23,088
College or Associate's Degree$47,188$29,375
Bachelor's Degree$41,728$39,938
Graduate Degree--
Total$42,437$28,145

Family Income in Scotland County

Family Income Brackets in Scotland County

According to the Scotland County family income data, there are 261 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.0% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Scotland County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00070.7%
$10,000 to $14,999383.8%
$15,000 to $24,999353.5%
$25,000 to $34,999686.8%
$35,000 to $49,99916516.4%
$50,000 to $74,99926126.0%
$75,000 to $99,99915815.7%
$100,000 to $149,99910310.2%
$150,000 to $199,99910910.8%
$200,000+616.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Scotland County

4-person families (122 | 12.1%) account for the highest median family income in Scotland County with $108,636 per family, while 2-person families (526 | 52.3%) have the highest median income of $31,304 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Scotland County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families526 (52.3%)$62,609
3-Person Families183 (18.2%)$68,352
4-Person Families122 (12.1%)$108,636
5-Person Families93 (9.2%)$87,102
6-Person Families18 (1.8%)$0
7+ Person Families63 (6.3%)$0
Total1,005 (100.0%)$67,835

Family Income by Number of Earners in Scotland County

The median family income in Scotland County is $67,835, with families comprising 3+ earners (123) having the highest median family income of $157,708, while families with no earners (142) have the lowest median family income of $57,727, accounting for 12.2% and 14.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Scotland County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners142 (14.1%)$57,727
1 Earner408 (40.6%)$64,412
2 Earners332 (33.0%)$78,750
3+ Earners123 (12.2%)$157,708
Total1,005 (100.0%)$67,835

Household Income in Scotland County

Household Income Brackets in Scotland County

With 331 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Scotland County, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 50 households (3.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Scotland County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000503.3%
$10,000 to $14,999734.8%
$15,000 to $24,99917611.5%
$25,000 to $34,99915610.2%
$35,000 to $49,99922414.7%
$50,000 to $74,99933121.7%
$75,000 to $99,99918211.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991258.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991399.1%
$200,000+704.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Scotland County

The median household income in Scotland County is $58,656, with the highest median household income of $100,197 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 35 households (2.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,750, with 465 households (30.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Scotland County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years35 (2.3%)$100,197
25 to 44 Years460 (30.1%)$69,200
45 to 64 Years567 (37.1%)$52,554
65+ Years465 (30.4%)$43,750
Total1,527 (100.0%)$58,656

Poverty in Scotland County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotland County

With 8.0% poverty level for males and 6.9% for females among the residents of Scotland County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (31.9%) and 39 females (19.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotland County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (4.4%)6 (3.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (5.3%)11 (4.5%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years22 (31.9%)2 (10.5%)
16 and 17 Years3 (8.8%)6 (7.1%)
18 to 24 Years16 (8.0%)39 (19.6%)
25 to 34 Years28 (10.1%)12 (4.7%)
35 to 44 Years14 (3.9%)9 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years12 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years29 (10.3%)53 (17.8%)
65 to 74 Years29 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (5.8%)23 (10.4%)
Total182 (8.0%)161 (6.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotland County

According to the poverty statistics in Scotland County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotland County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years175 (95.6%)182 (96.8%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years215 (94.7%)232 (95.5%)
12 to 14 Years111 (100.0%)80 (100.0%)
15 Years47 (68.1%)17 (89.5%)
16 and 17 Years31 (91.2%)78 (92.9%)
18 to 24 Years183 (92.0%)160 (80.4%)
25 to 34 Years248 (89.9%)243 (95.3%)
35 to 44 Years349 (96.1%)265 (96.7%)
45 to 54 Years110 (90.2%)176 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years252 (89.7%)245 (82.2%)
65 to 74 Years206 (87.7%)218 (100.0%)
75 Years and over146 (94.2%)197 (89.5%)
Total2,086 (92.0%)2,180 (93.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Scotland County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Scotland County show that 3.6% or 30 of the total 833 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.4%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Scotland County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children480 (96.8%)16 (3.2%)
1 or 2 Children201 (95.3%)10 (4.7%)
3 or 4 Children59 (93.6%)4 (6.4%)
5 or more Children63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total803 (96.4%)30 (3.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Scotland County

According to the poverty data in Scotland County, 56.5% or 35 single-father households and 11.8% or 13 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (19.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Scotland County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children22 (100.0%)3 (6.1%)
1 or 2 Children13 (32.5%)10 (19.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (56.5%)13 (11.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Scotland County

The poverty data for Scotland County shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 48 of the single-parent households (27.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (6.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (35.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Scotland County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children16 (3.2%)25 (35.2%)
1 or 2 Children10 (4.7%)23 (25.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (3.6%)48 (27.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Scotland County

Employment by Class of Employer in Scotland County

Among the 1,923 employed individuals in Scotland County, private company employees (1,038 | 54.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (301 | 15.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (179 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Scotland County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,03854.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1015.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)30115.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1799.3%
Local Government Employees1668.6%
State Government Employees392.0%
Federal Government Employees924.8%
Unpaid Family Workers70.4%
Total1,923100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Scotland County

According to the labor force statistics for Scotland County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,440), 56.9% or 1,957 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 87.4% or 229 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Scotland County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years126 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years229 (87.4%)23 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Years234 (85.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years152 (58.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years463 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years232 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years132 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years168 (48.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years137 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over86 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,957 (56.9%)23 (1.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Scotland County

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Scotland County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School270 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma504 (64.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree415 (68.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher192 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,380 (67.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Scotland County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Scotland County are Community & Social Service (213 | 11.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (191 | 9.9%), Management (185 | 9.6%), Education Instruction & Library (174 | 9.0%), and Health Technologists (115 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Scotland County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Scotland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Health Technologists (83.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (94.9%), Community & Social Service (94.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (94.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Scotland County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management121 (65.4%)64 (34.6%)
Business & Financial23 (47.9%)25 (52.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 11 (5.2%)202 (94.8%)
Education, Arts & Media2 (5.1%)37 (94.9%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (5.2%)165 (94.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating108 (56.5%)83 (43.5%)
Health Technologists96 (83.5%)19 (16.5%)
Total (Category)276 (42.5%)374 (57.5%)
Total (Overall)1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Scotland County are Food Preparation & Serving (119 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (62 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (20 | 1.0%), Security & Protection (10 | 0.5%), and Law Enforcement (10 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Scotland County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Scotland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (92.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Scotland County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving9 (7.6%)110 (92.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance31 (50.0%)31 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Total (Category)50 (22.7%)170 (77.3%)
Total (Overall)1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Scotland County are Office & Administration (197 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (147 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Scotland County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Scotland County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related81 (55.1%)66 (44.9%)
Office & Administration71 (36.0%)126 (64.0%)
Total (Category)152 (44.2%)192 (55.8%)
Total (Overall)1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Scotland County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (148 | 7.6%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (115 | 5.9%), and Construction & Extraction (86 | 4.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Scotland County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Scotland County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry112 (97.4%)3 (2.6%)
Construction & Extraction86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)346 (99.1%)3 (0.9%)
Total (Overall)1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Scotland County are Transportation (168 | 8.7%), Production (116 | 6.0%), and Material Moving (89 | 4.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Scotland County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Scotland County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production72 (62.1%)44 (37.9%)
Transportation129 (76.8%)39 (23.2%)
Material Moving80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
Total (Category)281 (75.3%)92 (24.7%)
Total (Overall)1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Scotland County

Employment Industries in Scotland County

The major employment industries in Scotland County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (254 | 13.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (217 | 11.2%), Educational Services (207 | 10.7%), Manufacturing (181 | 9.3%), and Retail Trade (154 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Scotland County

Employment Industries by Sex in Scotland County

The Scotland County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (90.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (90.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (78.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Scotland County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting223 (87.8%)31 (12.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing117 (64.6%)64 (35.4%)
Wholesale Trade38 (90.5%)4 (9.5%)
Retail Trade60 (39.0%)94 (61.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing111 (87.4%)16 (12.6%)
Utilities19 (52.8%)17 (47.2%)
Information30 (76.9%)9 (23.1%)
Finance & Insurance30 (53.6%)26 (46.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
Professional & Scientific30 (44.1%)38 (55.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (48.1%)14 (51.8%)
Educational Services107 (51.7%)100 (48.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance47 (21.7%)170 (78.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services9 (10.0%)81 (90.0%)
Public Administration65 (47.4%)72 (52.5%)
Total1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Education in Scotland County

School Enrollment in Scotland County

The most common levels of schooling among the 951 students in Scotland County are elementary school (341 | 35.9%), middle school (237 | 24.9%), and high school (221 | 23.2%).
School Enrollment in Scotland County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool737.7%
Kindergarten121.3%
Elementary School34135.9%
Middle School23724.9%
High School22123.2%
College / Undergraduate535.6%
Graduate / Professional141.5%
Total951100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Scotland County

Out of a total of 951 students who are enrolled in schools in Scotland County, 332 (34.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 619 (65.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 146 (48.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 37 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Scotland County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old189 (52.6%)170 (47.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds154 (51.3%)146 (48.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds125 (88.6%)16 (11.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total619 (65.1%)332 (34.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Scotland County

Education (124 | 28.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (90 | 20.4%), psychology (89 | 20.2%), business (67 | 15.2%), and science & technology (42 | 9.6%) are the most common fields of study among 440 individuals in Scotland County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Scotland County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9020.4%
Physical & Health Sciences102.3%
Psychology8920.2%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering71.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology429.6%
Business6715.2%
Education12428.2%
Literature & Languages20.4%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities92.1%
Total440100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Scotland County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Scotland County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Scotland County are males with 5 or more vehicles (309, accounting for 28.3%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (108, making up 37.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Scotland County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle28 (2.6%)50 (6.0%)
1 Vehicle103 (9.4%)125 (15.0%)
2 Vehicles201 (18.4%)191 (23.0%)
3 Vehicles290 (26.6%)315 (37.9%)
4 Vehicles161 (14.7%)42 (5.1%)
5 or more Vehicles309 (28.3%)108 (13.0%)
Total1,092 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Scotland County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Scotland County are 5 to 9 minutes (552 commuters, 31.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (293 commuters, 16.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (194 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in Scotland County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1659.4%
5 to 9 Minutes55231.3%
10 to 14 Minutes29316.6%
15 to 19 Minutes19411.0%
20 to 24 Minutes673.8%
25 to 29 Minutes150.9%
30 to 34 Minutes1327.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1297.3%
40 to 44 Minutes543.1%
45 to 59 Minutes653.7%
60 to 89 Minutes603.4%
90 or more Minutes372.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Scotland County

The most common commute times in Scotland County are 10 to 14 minutes (230 commuters, 23.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (375 commuters, 48.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Scotland County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes95 (9.7%)70 (9.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes177 (18.0%)375 (48.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes230 (23.4%)63 (8.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes117 (11.9%)77 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes40 (4.1%)27 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes15 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes87 (8.9%)45 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes100 (10.2%)29 (3.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes31 (3.2%)23 (2.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes52 (5.3%)13 (1.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes18 (1.8%)42 (5.4%)
90 or more Minutes20 (2.0%)17 (2.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Scotland County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Scotland County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (220, 22.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (272, 34.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Scotland County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM58 (5.9%)20 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM11 (1.1%)34 (4.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (1.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM116 (11.8%)34 (4.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM190 (19.4%)65 (8.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM126 (12.8%)99 (12.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM220 (22.4%)272 (34.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM177 (18.0%)53 (6.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM36 (3.7%)37 (4.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM12 (1.2%)35 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (0.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM36 (3.7%)78 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)33 (4.2%)
Total982 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Scotland County

Occupancy by Ownership in Scotland County

Of the total 1,527 dwellings in Scotland County, owner-occupied units account for 1,224 (80.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 303 (19.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Scotland County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,22480.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30319.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,527100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Scotland County

Occupancy by Household Size in Scotland County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household48731.9%
2-Person Household53535.0%
3-Person Household16610.9%
4+ Person Household33922.2%
Total Housing Units1,527100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Scotland County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Scotland County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household270 (55.4%)217 (44.6%)
2-Person Household477 (89.2%)58 (10.8%)
3-Person Household166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household311 (91.7%)28 (8.3%)
Total Housing Units1,224 (80.2%)303 (19.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Scotland County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Scotland County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School158 (92.9%)12 (7.1%)
High School Diploma514 (75.0%)171 (25.0%)
College/Associate Degree355 (82.6%)75 (17.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher197 (81.4%)45 (18.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Scotland County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Scotland County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years22814.9%
35 to 44 Years26717.5%
45 to 54 Years18512.1%
55 to 64 Years38225.0%
65 to 74 Years27417.9%
75 to 84 Years1439.4%
85 Years and Over483.1%
Total1,527100.0%

Housing Finances in Scotland County

Median Income by Occupancy in Scotland County

Median Income by Occupancy in Scotland County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,224 (80.2%)$66,202
Renter-Occupied303 (19.8%)$23,229
Average1,527 (100.0%)$58,656

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Scotland County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Scotland County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.3%)10 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (1.1%)23 (7.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99949 (4.0%)25 (8.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99930 (2.5%)86 (28.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99943 (3.5%)16 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999117 (9.6%)39 (12.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999179 (14.6%)46 (15.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999299 (24.4%)32 (10.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999175 (14.3%)7 (2.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999106 (8.7%)19 (6.3%)
$150,000 or more209 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,224 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Scotland County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Scotland County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30068 (5.6%)24 (7.9%)
$300 to $499201 (16.4%)122 (40.3%)
$500 to $799325 (26.6%)36 (11.9%)
$800 to $999175 (14.3%)27 (8.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499215 (17.6%)25 (8.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999142 (11.6%)7 (2.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49948 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99913 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more37 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,224 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Scotland County

Housing Structures in Scotland County

Housing Structures in Scotland County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,29284.6%
Single Unit, Attached130.9%
2 Unit Apartments412.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments442.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments171.1%
Mobile Home / Other1207.9%
Total1,527100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Scotland County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Scotland County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,130 (87.5%)162 (12.5%)
Single Unit, Attached10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other84 (70.0%)36 (30.0%)
Total1,224 (80.2%)303 (19.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Scotland County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Scotland County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)12 (4.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms37 (3.0%)81 (26.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms267 (21.8%)87 (28.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms509 (41.6%)83 (27.4%)
8 or more Rooms411 (33.6%)40 (13.2%)
Total1,224 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Scotland County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Scotland County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas345 (28.2%)103 (34.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas566 (46.2%)51 (16.8%)
Electricity226 (18.5%)146 (48.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels81 (6.6%)3 (1.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,224 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Scotland County

Household Vehicle Usage in Scotland County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle47 (3.8%)24 (7.9%)
1 Vehicle207 (16.9%)167 (55.1%)
2 Vehicles285 (23.3%)98 (32.3%)
3 or more Vehicles685 (56.0%)14 (4.6%)
Total1,224 (100.0%)303 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Scotland County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Scotland County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units605619
Median Property Value$132,200$140,700
Median Household Income$58,295$157
Monthly Housing Costs$555$37
Real Estate Taxes$1,209$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Scotland County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Scotland County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000133 (22.0%)33 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999119 (19.7%)131 (21.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999222 (36.7%)332 (53.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99958 (9.6%)81 (13.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99944 (7.3%)30 (4.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9999 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more20 (3.3%)12 (1.9%)
Total605 (100.0%)619 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Scotland County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Scotland County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (0.5%)5 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999100 (16.5%)14 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99999 (16.4%)22 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99963 (10.4%)18 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999159 (26.3%)116 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99995 (15.7%)140 (22.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (5.6%)80 (12.9%)
$150,000 or more52 (8.6%)72 (11.6%)
Total605 (100.0%)619 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Scotland County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Scotland County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x220 (36.4%)74,961 (12,110.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x76 (12.6%)326 (52.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x121 (20.0%)90 (14.5%)
4.0x or more188 (31.1%)71 (11.5%)
Total605 (100.0%)619 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Scotland County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Scotland County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800221 (36.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49992 (15.2%)193 (31.2%)
$800 to $1,499242 (40.0%)221 (35.7%)
Total605 (100.0%)619 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Scotland County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotland County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotland County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years168 (35.7%)303 (64.3%)
6 to 18 Years589 (59.6%)400 (40.4%)
19 to 25 Years248 (67.6%)119 (32.4%)
26 to 34 Years302 (60.5%)197 (39.5%)
35 to 44 Years424 (66.6%)213 (33.4%)
45 to 54 Years227 (76.2%)71 (23.8%)
55 to 64 Years444 (76.7%)135 (23.3%)
65 to 74 Years442 (97.6%)11 (2.4%)
75 Years and older372 (99.2%)3 (0.8%)
Total3,216 (68.9%)1,452 (31.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Scotland County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Scotland County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born168 (35.7%)303 (64.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen589 (59.6%)400 (40.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen248 (67.6%)119 (32.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Scotland County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Scotland County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000336 (81.0%)79 (19.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999807 (77.4%)236 (22.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999742 (66.7%)371 (33.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999461 (68.3%)214 (31.7%)
$100,000 and over845 (60.5%)552 (39.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotland County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotland County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 693 (19.8%)115 (24.4%)
6 to 18 Years231 (23.4%)428 (43.3%)
19 to 25 Years12 (3.3%)240 (65.4%)
25 to 34 Years53 (10.6%)298 (59.7%)
35 to 44 Years147 (23.1%)286 (44.9%)
45 to 54 Years38 (12.8%)189 (63.4%)
55 to 64 Years104 (18.0%)373 (64.4%)
65 to 74 Years442 (97.6%)195 (43.0%)
75 Years and over304 (81.1%)229 (61.1%)
Total1,424 (30.5%)2,353 (50.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Scotland County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Scotland County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years59 (12.5%)10 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years54 (11.4%)20 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years199 (26.0%)125 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years39 (16.6%)13 (6.0%)
75 Years and over52 (33.6%)124 (56.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Scotland County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Scotland County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (4.7%)5 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years13 (5.5%)6 (2.8%)
75 Years and over26 (16.8%)41 (18.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Scotland County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years45 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)20 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years10 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (7.1%)20 (9.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Scotland County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (8.5%)10 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years9 (1.9%)20 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years129 (16.8%)79 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years11 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (4.5%)9 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Scotland County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (0.2%)8 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years46 (6.0%)74 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years27 (11.5%)13 (6.0%)
75 Years and over36 (23.2%)97 (44.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Scotland County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (0.2%)10 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (3.8%)56 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years9 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (13.6%)37 (16.8%)

Technology Access in Scotland County

Computing Device Access in Scotland County

Computing Device Access in Scotland County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,04568.4%
Smartphone1,17576.9%
Tablet81953.6%
No Computing Device21213.9%
Total1,527100.0%

Internet Access in Scotland County

Internet Access in Scotland County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home87157.0%
Cellular Data Only26017.0%
Satellite Internet775.0%
No Internet35423.2%
Total1,527100.0%

Scotland County Summary

History

Scotland County, Missouri is located in the northeast corner of the state and is bordered by Iowa and Illinois. The county was established in 1841 and was named after Scotland, a country in the United Kingdom. The county seat is Memphis, which was founded in 1841 and is the oldest town in the county.
The first settlers in Scotland County were mostly from Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia. They were attracted to the area by the fertile soil and abundant timber. The first industry in the county was lumbering, which was followed by farming. The county was also home to several small businesses, including a grist mill, a saw mill, and a blacksmith shop.
The county was an important stop on the Underground Railroad, which was used by escaped slaves to reach freedom in the northern states. The county was also home to several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Scotland County in 1862.

Geography

Scotland County is located in the northeast corner of Missouri and is bordered by Iowa and Illinois. The county covers an area of 576 square miles and is mostly rural. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner and is 890 feet above sea level.
The county is drained by the Fabius River, which flows through the center of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Scotland and Lake Shelby.

Economy

The economy of Scotland County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, which produce corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a grain elevator, and a feed mill.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The county is also home to several small retail businesses, including grocery stores, hardware stores, and clothing stores.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Scotland County had a population of 4,845. The population was spread out with a median age of 41.7 years. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races.
The median household income in Scotland County was $37,917 and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $18,945. About 11.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Scotland County, Missouri is a rural county located in the northeast corner of the state. The county was established in 1841 and was named after Scotland, a country in the United Kingdom. The county is largely agricultural, with the main crops being corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a grain elevator, and a feed mill. The population of Scotland County was 4,845 as of the 2010 census. The median household income was $37,917 and the median family income was $45,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Scotland County?
Total Population of Scotland County is 4,720.
What is the Total Male Population of Scotland County?
Total Male Population of Scotland County is 2,304.
What is the Total Female Population of Scotland County?
Total Female Population of Scotland County is 2,416.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Scotland County?
There are 95.36 Males per 100 Females in Scotland County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Scotland County?
There are 104.86 Females per 100 Males in Scotland County.
What is the Median Population Age in Scotland County?
Median Population Age in Scotland County is 36.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Scotland County
Average Family Size in Scotland County is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Scotland County
Average Household Size in Scotland County is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Scotland County?
Per Capita income in Scotland County is $27,808.
What is the Median Family Income in Scotland County?
Median Family Income in Scotland County is $67,835.
What is the Median Household income in Scotland County?
Median Household Income in Scotland County is $58,656.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Scotland County?
Income or Wage Gap in Scotland County is 38.9%.
Women in Scotland County earn 61.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Scotland County?
Family Income Deficit in Scotland County is $5,899.
Families that are below poverty line in Scotland County earn $5,899 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Scotland County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Scotland County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Scotland County?
There are 1,957 People in the Labor Forcein in Scotland County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Scotland County?
56.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Scotland County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Scotland County?
Unemployment Rate in Scotland County is 1.2%.