Scotia, NY

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Scotia Overview

7,292
TOTAL POPULATION
3,255
MALE POPULATION
4,037
FEMALE POPULATION
80.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,461
PER CAPITA INCOME
$98,977
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,736
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,949
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,112
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Scotia Area Codes

Race in Scotia

The most populous races in Scotia are White / Caucasian (6,785 | 93.0%), Two or more Races (439 | 6.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (320 | 4.4%).
Race in Scotia
Race# Population% Population
Asian250.3%
Black / African American410.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3204.4%
Native / Alaskan20.0%
White / Caucasian6,78593.0%
Two or more Races4396.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total7,292100.0%

Ancestry in Scotia

The most populous ancestries reported in Scotia are Irish (1,532 | 21.0%), Italian (1,366 | 18.7%), German (934 | 12.8%), English (863 | 11.8%), and Polish (579 | 7.9%), together accounting for 72.3% of all Scotia residents.
Ancestry in Scotia
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4075.6%
Bahamian10.0%
British110.2%
Burmese180.3%
Canadian60.1%
Central American1061.5%
Czech360.5%
Czechoslovakian200.3%
Dominican220.3%
Dutch1532.1%
English86311.8%
European4956.8%
Finnish180.3%
French3945.4%
French Canadian821.1%
German93412.8%
Greek911.3%
Haitian20.0%
Hungarian580.8%
Irish1,53221.0%
Iroquois60.1%
Italian1,36618.7%
Jamaican270.4%
Korean50.1%
Lithuanian510.7%
Mexican821.1%
Pakistani190.3%
Polish5797.9%
Puerto Rican590.8%
Romanian170.2%
Russian140.2%
Salvadoran1061.5%
Scandinavian130.2%
Scotch-Irish540.7%
Scottish2243.1%
Spaniard240.3%
Swedish260.4%
Swiss240.3%
Ukrainian250.3%
Welsh320.4%
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Immigrants in Scotia

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Scotia came from Asia (25 | 0.3%), Europe (23 | 0.3%), Canada (19 | 0.3%), Central America (16 | 0.2%), and El Salvador (16 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Scotia residents.
Immigrants in Scotia
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia250.3%
Canada190.3%
Central America160.2%
Eastern Asia90.1%
Eastern Europe90.1%
El Salvador160.2%
Europe230.3%
Italy140.2%
Korea90.1%
Latin America160.2%
Philippines50.1%
Romania90.1%
South Eastern Asia160.2%
Southern Europe140.2%
Thailand110.2%
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Sex and Age in Scotia

Sex and Age in Scotia

The most populous age groups in Scotia are 25 to 29 Years (326 | 10.0%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (414 | 10.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Scotia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years121 (3.7%)224 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years295 (9.1%)192 (4.8%)
10 to 14 Years185 (5.7%)166 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years296 (9.1%)308 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years211 (6.5%)255 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years326 (10.0%)284 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years168 (5.2%)414 (10.3%)
35 to 39 Years169 (5.2%)257 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Years307 (9.4%)234 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years255 (7.8%)260 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years199 (6.1%)197 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years131 (4.0%)327 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years145 (4.4%)151 (3.7%)
65 to 69 Years158 (4.9%)150 (3.7%)
70 to 74 Years145 (4.4%)192 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years74 (2.3%)176 (4.4%)
80 to 84 Years40 (1.2%)32 (0.8%)
85 Years and over30 (0.9%)218 (5.4%)
Total3,255 (100.0%)4,037 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Scotia

Median Family Size in Scotia

The median family size in Scotia is 3.12 persons per family, with single female/mother families (339 | 20.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (139 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.43 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Scotia
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,220 (71.9%)3.18
Single Male/Father139 (8.2%)2.43
Single Female/Mother339 (20.0%)3.19
Total Families1,698 (100.0%)3.12

Median Household Size in Scotia

The median household size in Scotia is 2.28 persons per household, with single female/mother households (339 | 10.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (1,458 | 46.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Scotia
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,220 (38.7%)3.18
Single Male/Father139 (4.4%)2.63
Single Female/Mother339 (10.7%)3.40
Non-family1,458 (46.2%)1.22
Total Households3,156 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Scotia

Out of a total of 3,156 households in Scotia, 1,698 (53.8%) are family households, while 1,458 (46.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 803, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,091.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Scotia
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,091 (34.6%)
2-Person Households803 (25.4%)112 (3.5%)
3-Person Households460 (14.6%)41 (1.3%)
4-Person Households205 (6.5%)214 (6.8%)
5-Person Households171 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households59 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,698 (53.8%)1,458 (46.2%)

Female Fertility in Scotia

Fertility by Age in Scotia

Average fertility rate in Scotia is 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Scotia
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years43 (82.7%)45.0
35 to 50 years9 (17.3%)11.0
Total52 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Scotia

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Scotia
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Scotia

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Scotia
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree27 (51.9%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree25 (48.1%)38.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total52 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Scotia

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Scotia
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Scotia

Income Overview in Scotia

Per Capita Income in Scotia is $39,461, while median incomes of families and households are $98,977 and $66,736 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,292$39,461
Median Family Income1,698$98,977
Mean Family Income1,698$112,732
Median Household Income3,156$66,736
Mean Household Income3,156$85,290
Income Deficit1,698$9,949
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,29227.32%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,29272.68¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,2920.41

Earnings by Sex in Scotia

Average Earnings in Scotia are $45,800, $56,804 for men and $41,286 for women, a difference of 27.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Scotia
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,903 (46.0%)$56,804
Female2,230 (54.0%)$41,286
Total4,133 (100.0%)$45,800

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Scotia

The most common earnings brackets in Scotia are $100,000+ for men (354 | 18.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (297 | 13.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Scotia
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less44 (2.3%)101 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (0.9%)69 (3.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49944 (2.3%)126 (5.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99927 (1.4%)55 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (1.2%)7 (0.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99960 (3.2%)15 (0.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)5 (0.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)112 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499103 (5.4%)21 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)40 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999114 (6.0%)297 (13.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99944 (2.3%)50 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999118 (6.2%)146 (6.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99943 (2.3%)287 (12.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999147 (7.7%)225 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999118 (6.2%)132 (5.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999185 (9.7%)189 (8.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999193 (10.1%)139 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999270 (14.2%)128 (5.7%)
$100,000+354 (18.6%)86 (3.9%)
Total1,903 (100.0%)2,230 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Scotia

Average earnings in Scotia are $65,510 for men and $42,111 for women, a difference of 35.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $110,313, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,778. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,855, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,097.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Scotia
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$42,778$40,765
College or Associate's Degree$67,830$42,014
Bachelor's Degree$75,612$46,855
Graduate Degree$110,313$27,097
Total$65,510$42,111

Family Income in Scotia

Family Income Brackets in Scotia

According to the Scotia family income data, there are 430 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Scotia
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00080.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999342.0%
$25,000 to $34,999482.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991498.8%
$50,000 to $74,99937021.8%
$75,000 to $99,99926715.7%
$100,000 to $149,99943025.3%
$150,000 to $199,99919511.5%
$200,000+19511.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Scotia

6-person families (59 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Scotia with $136,169 per family, while 2-person families (897 | 52.8%) have the highest median income of $38,418 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Scotia
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families897 (52.8%)$76,835
3-Person Families366 (21.5%)$98,636
4-Person Families205 (12.1%)$120,368
5-Person Families171 (10.1%)$122,109
6-Person Families59 (3.5%)$136,169
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,698 (100.0%)$98,977

Family Income by Number of Earners in Scotia

The median family income in Scotia is $98,977, with families comprising 3+ earners (192) having the highest median family income of $169,318, while families with no earners (139) have the lowest median family income of $62,361, accounting for 11.3% and 8.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Scotia
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners139 (8.2%)$62,361
1 Earner622 (36.6%)$65,530
2 Earners745 (43.9%)$120,383
3+ Earners192 (11.3%)$169,318
Total1,698 (100.0%)$98,977

Household Income in Scotia

Household Income Brackets in Scotia

With 723 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Scotia, accounting for 22.9% of all households. In contrast, only 35 households (1.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Scotia
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000351.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991364.3%
$15,000 to $24,9992818.9%
$25,000 to $34,99938812.3%
$35,000 to $49,99935711.3%
$50,000 to $74,99948915.5%
$75,000 to $99,99933110.5%
$100,000 to $149,99972322.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992116.7%
$200,000+2116.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Scotia

The median household income in Scotia is $66,736, with the highest median household income of $94,010 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,101 households (34.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,250, with 850 households (26.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Scotia
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years66 (2.1%)$79,028
25 to 44 Years1,139 (36.1%)$80,972
45 to 64 Years1,101 (34.9%)$94,010
65+ Years850 (26.9%)$51,250
Total3,156 (100.0%)$66,736

Poverty in Scotia

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotia

With 5.1% poverty level for males and 5.7% for females among the residents of Scotia, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (65.7%) and 6 females (54.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)8 (3.6%)
5 Years23 (65.7%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years24 (6.5%)21 (7.7%)
12 to 14 Years23 (30.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)6 (54.5%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (13.6%)
18 to 24 Years57 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (1.0%)87 (12.5%)
35 to 44 Years2 (0.4%)15 (3.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (0.4%)27 (5.9%)
55 to 64 Years27 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.0%)19 (5.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (6.0%)
Total166 (5.1%)227 (5.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Scotia

According to the poverty statistics in Scotia, males aged under 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 Scotia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years120 (100.0%)216 (96.4%)
5 Years12 (34.3%)16 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years344 (93.5%)252 (92.3%)
12 to 14 Years52 (69.3%)69 (100.0%)
15 Years68 (100.0%)5 (45.5%)
16 and 17 Years163 (100.0%)146 (86.4%)
18 to 24 Years219 (79.3%)383 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years482 (99.0%)611 (87.5%)
35 to 44 Years474 (99.6%)476 (97.0%)
45 to 54 Years452 (99.6%)430 (94.1%)
55 to 64 Years249 (90.2%)478 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years300 (99.0%)323 (94.4%)
75 Years and over136 (100.0%)329 (94.0%)
Total3,071 (94.9%)3,734 (94.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Scotia

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Scotia
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children650 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children472 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,220 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Scotia

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Scotia
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)27 (15.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (34.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)43 (12.7%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Scotia
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)27 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (34.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)43 (9.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Scotia

Employment by Class of Employer in Scotia

Among the 3,972 employed individuals in Scotia, private company employees (2,390 | 60.2%), not-for-profit organizations (759 | 19.1%), and state government employees (418 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Scotia
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,39060.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)591.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations75919.1%
Local Government Employees2456.2%
State Government Employees41810.5%
Federal Government Employees1012.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,972100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Scotia

According to the labor force statistics for Scotia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,030), 68.2% or 4,112 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 90 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 466 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.2% or 52 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Scotia
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years152 (29.0%)52 (34.2%)
20 to 24 Years466 (100.0%)15 (3.2%)
25 to 29 Years520 (85.2%)11 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Years549 (94.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years931 (96.3%)1 (0.1%)
45 to 54 Years774 (85.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years363 (79.3%)7 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years203 (68.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years120 (18.6%)4 (3.3%)
75 Years and over37 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,112 (68.2%)90 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Scotia

According to labor force statistics for Scotia, 87.3% of individuals (3,338) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,824) are in the labor force, with 0.6% or 20 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 97.3% or 1,530 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.7% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Scotia
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School164 (58.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma503 (80.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,144 (85.3%)9 (0.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,530 (97.3%)11 (0.7%)
Total3,338 (87.3%)23 (0.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Scotia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Scotia are Management (471 | 11.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (358 | 8.9%), Community & Social Service (327 | 8.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (267 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (189 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Scotia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Scotia, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (63.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (80.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Scotia
OccupationMaleFemale
Management225 (47.8%)246 (52.2%)
Business & Financial46 (24.3%)143 (75.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science155 (58.1%)112 (41.9%)
Computers & Mathematics85 (63.9%)48 (36.1%)
Architecture & Engineering48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science22 (25.6%)64 (74.4%)
Community & Social Service 131 (40.1%)196 (59.9%)
Education, Arts & Media41 (38.0%)67 (62.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library31 (19.4%)129 (80.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating32 (8.9%)326 (91.1%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)135 (100.0%)
Total (Category)589 (36.5%)1,023 (63.5%)
Total (Overall)1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Scotia are Personal Care & Service (130 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (121 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (117 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (111 | 2.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (104 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Scotia

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Scotia, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (80.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (67.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Scotia
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support22 (19.8%)89 (80.2%)
Security & Protection117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving54 (44.6%)67 (55.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (32.6%)58 (67.4%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)130 (100.0%)
Total (Category)221 (39.1%)344 (60.9%)
Total (Overall)1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Scotia are Office & Administration (639 | 15.9%), and Sales & Related (448 | 11.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Scotia

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Scotia
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related289 (64.5%)159 (35.5%)
Office & Administration214 (33.5%)425 (66.5%)
Total (Category)503 (46.3%)584 (53.7%)
Total (Overall)1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Scotia are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (186 | 4.6%), Construction & Extraction (133 | 3.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (77 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Scotia

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Scotia
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)186 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)210 (53.0%)186 (47.0%)
Total (Overall)1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Scotia are Material Moving (171 | 4.3%), Production (168 | 4.2%), and Transportation (17 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Scotia

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Scotia
OccupationMaleFemale
Production132 (78.6%)36 (21.4%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving155 (90.6%)16 (9.4%)
Total (Category)304 (85.4%)52 (14.6%)
Total (Overall)1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Scotia

Employment Industries in Scotia

The major employment industries in Scotia include Health Care & Social Assistance (799 | 19.9%), Public Administration (529 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (510 | 12.7%), Manufacturing (309 | 7.7%), and Finance & Insurance (294 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Scotia

Employment Industries by Sex in Scotia

The Scotia industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (89.5%), and Administrative & Support (89.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Scotia
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (7.0%)186 (93.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction94 (83.9%)18 (16.1%)
Manufacturing178 (57.6%)131 (42.4%)
Wholesale Trade63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade322 (63.1%)188 (36.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information66 (89.2%)8 (10.8%)
Finance & Insurance163 (55.4%)131 (44.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing22 (20.9%)83 (79.0%)
Professional & Scientific77 (37.2%)130 (62.8%)
Enterprise Management25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support9 (10.6%)76 (89.4%)
Educational Services101 (38.3%)163 (61.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance84 (10.5%)715 (89.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services15 (14.8%)86 (85.2%)
Public Administration287 (54.2%)242 (45.8%)
Total1,827 (45.5%)2,189 (54.5%)

Education in Scotia

School Enrollment in Scotia

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,828 students in Scotia are elementary school (469 | 25.7%), college / undergraduate (467 | 25.6%), and high school (450 | 24.6%).
School Enrollment in Scotia
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool854.6%
Kindergarten693.8%
Elementary School46925.7%
Middle School24713.5%
High School45024.6%
College / Undergraduate46725.6%
Graduate / Professional412.2%
Total1,828100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Scotia

Out of a total of 1,828 students who are enrolled in schools in Scotia, 133 (7.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,695 (92.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 85 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 351 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Scotia
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old466 (98.5%)7 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds411 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds78 (83.9%)15 (16.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds140 (93.3%)10 (6.7%)
35 Years and over92 (85.2%)16 (14.8%)
Total1,695 (92.7%)133 (7.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Scotia

Education (427 | 21.3%), science & technology (306 | 15.3%), business (291 | 14.5%), arts & humanities (175 | 8.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (170 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,002 individuals in Scotia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Scotia
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics150.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1708.5%
Physical & Health Sciences150.7%
Psychology733.6%
Social Sciences1457.2%
Engineering422.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology30615.3%
Business29114.5%
Education42721.3%
Literature & Languages1306.5%
Liberal Arts & History723.6%
Visual & Performing Arts924.6%
Communications492.5%
Arts & Humanities1758.7%
Total2,002100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Scotia

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Scotia

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Scotia are males with 2 vehicles (962, accounting for 52.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (894, making up 44.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Scotia
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle41 (2.2%)18 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle325 (17.8%)715 (33.3%)
2 Vehicles962 (52.8%)894 (41.6%)
3 Vehicles319 (17.5%)455 (21.2%)
4 Vehicles94 (5.2%)44 (2.1%)
5 or more Vehicles80 (4.4%)22 (1.0%)
Total1,821 (100.0%)2,148 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Scotia

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Scotia are 15 to 19 minutes (640 commuters, 18.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (591 commuters, 17.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (526 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Scotia
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes381.1%
5 to 9 Minutes35310.2%
10 to 14 Minutes59117.1%
15 to 19 Minutes64018.5%
20 to 24 Minutes41211.9%
25 to 29 Minutes2868.3%
30 to 34 Minutes52615.2%
35 to 39 Minutes1484.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1153.3%
45 to 59 Minutes1464.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1043.0%
90 or more Minutes1002.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Scotia

The most common commute times in Scotia are 30 to 34 minutes (362 commuters, 21.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (430 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Scotia
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)38 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes173 (10.1%)180 (10.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes315 (18.4%)276 (15.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes210 (12.3%)430 (24.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes138 (8.1%)274 (15.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes110 (6.4%)176 (10.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes362 (21.2%)164 (9.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes105 (6.1%)43 (2.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes82 (4.8%)33 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes91 (5.3%)55 (3.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes62 (3.6%)42 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes63 (3.7%)37 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Scotia

The most frequent times of departure to work in Scotia are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (437, 25.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (367, 21.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Scotia
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM65 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM47 (2.8%)37 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM90 (5.3%)12 (0.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM31 (1.8%)50 (2.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM122 (7.1%)116 (6.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM437 (25.5%)364 (20.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM180 (10.5%)190 (10.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM276 (16.1%)367 (21.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM178 (10.4%)198 (11.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM58 (3.4%)91 (5.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM17 (1.0%)14 (0.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM125 (7.3%)137 (7.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM85 (5.0%)152 (8.7%)
Total1,711 (100.0%)1,748 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Scotia

Occupancy by Ownership in Scotia

Of the total 3,156 dwellings in Scotia, owner-occupied units account for 2,315 (73.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 841 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Scotia
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,31573.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units84126.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,156100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Scotia

Occupancy by Household Size in Scotia
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,09134.6%
2-Person Household91529.0%
3-Person Household50115.9%
4+ Person Household64920.6%
Total Housing Units3,156100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Scotia

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Scotia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household479 (43.9%)612 (56.1%)
2-Person Household724 (79.1%)191 (20.9%)
3-Person Household486 (97.0%)15 (3.0%)
4+ Person Household626 (96.5%)23 (3.5%)
Total Housing Units2,315 (73.4%)841 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Scotia

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Scotia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School91 (85.1%)16 (14.9%)
High School Diploma449 (68.3%)208 (31.7%)
College/Associate Degree792 (66.5%)399 (33.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher983 (81.9%)218 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Scotia

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Scotia
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years79025.0%
35 to 44 Years41513.2%
45 to 54 Years65520.7%
55 to 64 Years44614.1%
65 to 74 Years47815.1%
75 to 84 Years2548.1%
85 Years and Over1183.7%
Total3,156100.0%

Housing Finances in Scotia

Median Income by Occupancy in Scotia

Median Income by Occupancy in Scotia
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,315 (73.4%)$94,913
Renter-Occupied841 (26.7%)$29,769
Average3,156 (100.0%)$66,736

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Scotia

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Scotia
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)21 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)136 (16.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99916 (0.7%)199 (23.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99936 (1.6%)29 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999265 (11.5%)122 (14.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999276 (11.9%)80 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999339 (14.6%)150 (17.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999288 (12.4%)42 (5.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999673 (29.1%)51 (6.1%)
$150,000 or more409 (17.7%)11 (1.3%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Scotia

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Scotia
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30011 (0.5%)193 (23.0%)
$300 to $499330 (14.2%)42 (5.0%)
$500 to $799449 (19.4%)56 (6.7%)
$800 to $999169 (7.3%)95 (11.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499666 (28.8%)374 (44.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999449 (19.4%)64 (7.6%)
$2,000 to $2,499219 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99922 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Scotia

Housing Structures in Scotia

Housing Structures in Scotia
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,99063.0%
Single Unit, Attached511.6%
2 Unit Apartments40612.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1043.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments872.8%
10 or more Apartments32410.3%
Mobile Home / Other1946.1%
Total3,156100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Scotia

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Scotia
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,909 (95.9%)81 (4.1%)
Single Unit, Attached30 (58.8%)21 (41.2%)
2 Unit Apartments77 (19.0%)329 (81.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)104 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments36 (41.4%)51 (58.6%)
10 or more Apartments69 (21.3%)255 (78.7%)
Mobile Home / Other194 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,315 (73.4%)841 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Scotia

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Scotia
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms14 (0.6%)289 (34.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms650 (28.1%)338 (40.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,090 (47.1%)177 (21.0%)
8 or more Rooms561 (24.2%)37 (4.4%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Scotia

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Scotia
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,749 (75.5%)486 (57.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas248 (10.7%)80 (9.5%)
Electricity240 (10.4%)242 (28.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene58 (2.5%)11 (1.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels20 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)22 (2.6%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Scotia

Household Vehicle Usage in Scotia
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle54 (2.3%)353 (42.0%)
1 Vehicle839 (36.2%)389 (46.3%)
2 Vehicles1,109 (47.9%)78 (9.3%)
3 or more Vehicles313 (13.5%)21 (2.5%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Scotia

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Scotia

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9141,401
Median Property Value$166,200$179,800
Median Household Income$52,938$313
Monthly Housing Costs$630$0
Real Estate Taxes$3,797$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Scotia

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Scotia
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (0.5%)32 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99946 (5.0%)21 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999863 (94.4%)1,322 (94.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)26 (1.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (100.0%)1,401 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Scotia

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Scotia
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)118 (8.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99935 (3.8%)13 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999253 (27.7%)17 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999148 (16.2%)12 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999170 (18.6%)128 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99959 (6.5%)169 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999153 (16.7%)229 (16.4%)
$150,000 or more96 (10.5%)520 (37.1%)
Total914 (100.0%)1,401 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Scotia

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Scotia
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x279 (30.5%)111,645 (7,968.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x145 (15.9%)844 (60.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x113 (12.4%)345 (24.6%)
4.0x or more377 (41.2%)89 (6.4%)
Total914 (100.0%)1,401 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Scotia

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Scotia
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80025 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49947 (5.1%)16 (1.1%)
$800 to $1,499822 (89.9%)60 (4.3%)
Total914 (100.0%)1,401 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Scotia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotia
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years384 (97.0%)12 (3.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,231 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)
19 to 25 Years751 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years1,045 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years959 (99.2%)8 (0.8%)
45 to 54 Years879 (96.5%)32 (3.5%)
55 to 64 Years747 (99.1%)7 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years645 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older486 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,127 (99.1%)65 (0.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Scotia

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Scotia
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born384 (97.0%)12 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,231 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen751 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Scotia

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Scotia
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000553 (98.1%)11 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,120 (98.3%)20 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,081 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999717 (97.0%)22 (3.0%)
$100,000 and over3,635 (99.7%)12 (0.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotia

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Scotia
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6136 (34.3%)248 (62.6%)
6 to 18 Years365 (29.5%)952 (77.0%)
19 to 25 Years122 (16.3%)629 (83.8%)
25 to 34 Years413 (39.5%)844 (80.8%)
35 to 44 Years92 (9.5%)893 (92.3%)
45 to 54 Years169 (18.5%)740 (81.2%)
55 to 64 Years166 (22.0%)634 (84.1%)
65 to 74 Years634 (98.3%)510 (79.1%)
75 Years and over486 (100.0%)335 (68.9%)
Total2,583 (35.9%)5,785 (80.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Scotia

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Scotia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (5.4%)
5 to 17 Years117 (16.5%)18 (3.4%)
18 to 34 Years95 (12.6%)62 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years139 (11.5%)178 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years56 (18.5%)71 (20.8%)
75 Years and over67 (49.3%)273 (78.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Scotia

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Scotia: <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 Years91 (7.5%)20 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years17 (5.6%)71 (20.8%)
75 Years and over40 (29.4%)97 (27.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Scotia: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (5.4%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years79 (6.6%)44 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (9.6%)177 (50.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Scotia: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years117 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years95 (12.6%)44 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years43 (3.6%)71 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (5.1%)30 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Scotia: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years47 (3.9%)94 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years39 (12.9%)16 (4.7%)
75 Years and over32 (23.5%)176 (50.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Scotia: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years7 (0.6%)20 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (9.6%)51 (14.6%)

Technology Access in Scotia

Computing Device Access in Scotia

Computing Device Access in Scotia
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,68985.2%
Smartphone2,61682.9%
Tablet1,91860.8%
No Computing Device993.1%
Total3,156100.0%

Internet Access in Scotia

Internet Access in Scotia
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.2%
Broadband Home2,55180.8%
Cellular Data Only2207.0%
Satellite Internet983.1%
No Internet31410.0%
Total3,156100.0%

Scotia Summary

Scotia, New York is a small village located in Schenectady County, New York. It is situated on the Mohawk River, just north of the city of Schenectady. Scotia is a part of the town of Glenville and is located in the Capital District of New York. The village has a population of approximately 7,000 people and is home to a variety of businesses, including a number of small manufacturing companies.

History

The area that is now Scotia was originally inhabited by the Mohawk people, who were part of the Iroquois Confederacy. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century, and the village was officially incorporated in 1832. The village was named after the Scottish town of Scotia, which was the birthplace of the first settler in the area.
In the 19th century, Scotia was a thriving industrial center, with a number of mills and factories located in the village. The village was also home to a number of tanneries, which produced leather goods for the local market. The village was also home to a number of churches, including the First Presbyterian Church, which was founded in 1837.

Geography

Scotia is located in the Capital District of New York, in the town of Glenville. The village is situated on the Mohawk River, just north of the city of Schenectady. The village is located in a hilly area, with the highest point in the village being the Scotia Hill, which is located at an elevation of 590 feet. The village is located in a temperate climate, with average temperatures ranging from the low 30s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer.

Economy

The economy of Scotia is largely based on manufacturing and services. The village is home to a number of small manufacturing companies, including a number of tanneries and leather goods manufacturers. The village is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The village is also home to a number of government offices, including the Scotia Police Department and the Scotia Fire Department.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Scotia was 7,070. The population is largely white, with approximately 90% of the population being white. The median household income in the village is $50,945, and the median home value is $179,000. The village is home to a number of churches, including the First Presbyterian Church, which was founded in 1837.

Conclusion

Scotia, New York is a small village located in Schenectady County, New York. It is situated on the Mohawk River, just north of the city of Schenectady. The village has a population of approximately 7,000 people and is home to a variety of businesses, including a number of small manufacturing companies. The economy of Scotia is largely based on manufacturing and services, and the village is home to a number of government offices. The population of Scotia is largely white, with a median household income of $50,945 and a median home value of $179,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Scotia?
Total Population of Scotia is 7,292.
What is the Total Male Population of Scotia?
Total Male Population of Scotia is 3,255.
What is the Total Female Population of Scotia?
Total Female Population of Scotia is 4,037.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Scotia?
There are 80.63 Males per 100 Females in Scotia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Scotia?
There are 124.02 Females per 100 Males in Scotia.
What is the Median Population Age in Scotia?
Median Population Age in Scotia is 37.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Scotia
Average Family Size in Scotia is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Scotia
Average Household Size in Scotia is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Scotia?
Per Capita income in Scotia is $39,461.
What is the Median Family Income in Scotia?
Median Family Income in Scotia is $98,977.
What is the Median Household income in Scotia?
Median Household Income in Scotia is $66,736.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Scotia?
Income or Wage Gap in Scotia is 27.3%.
Women in Scotia earn 72.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Scotia?
Family Income Deficit in Scotia is $9,949.
Families that are below poverty line in Scotia earn $9,949 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Scotia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Scotia is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Scotia?
There are 4,112 People in the Labor Forcein in Scotia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Scotia?
68.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Scotia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Scotia?
Unemployment Rate in Scotia is 2.2%.