CITY · 2020 ACS
Scotland
Virginia · 153 residents · 0.906 sq mi
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Population has declined 6% since 2019. Median home value is $653,800. With a median age of 51.3, the population is older than the US median of 38.8. The poverty rate of 58.2% is well above the national figure. Despite a median home value of $653,800, the poverty rate sits 353% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns.
At a glance
Older
median age 51.3
US median: 38.8
Average education
35% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 33%
Stable housing
home values roughly flat, inflation adjusted
US median home: $265,253
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 2010 – 2024
2024161
Section 02
Income & economy
Households earning $100K+
46.3%
−3.7 ptssince 2019
from 50.0% in 2019
US average: 43.9%
Workforce by industry, 2020
Retail trade20.6%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Wholesale trade0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Information0%
Finance & insurance0%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
Education & health services0%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
Other services0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
$653,800
+4%inflation adjusted, since 2019
from $620,000 in 2019
US average: $265,253
2010 – 2024
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2019
White, non-Hispanic44.8%(73)
Black55.2%(90)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score61.8%(101)
2020
White, non-Hispanic74.5%(114)
Black19%(29)
Hispanic / Latino2.6%(4)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score44.9%(69)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
79.6%
+2.1 ptssince 2019
from 77.5% in 2019
US average: 88.5%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Scotland, Virginia?
Scotland, Virginia has about 153 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.
Is Scotland, Virginia expensive?
In Scotland, Virginia, the median home is worth about $653,800.
How educated are people in Scotland, Virginia?
About 35.0% of adults age 25 and over in Scotland, Virginia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Scotland, Virginia?
About 58.2% of people in Scotland, Virginia live below the federal poverty line.
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VirginiaDATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024