Scott County Public RecordsVirginia

Scott County, VA operates 11 public schools, including 2 high schools, serving around 2,700 students. The high school graduation rate is about 92%, though only 13% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above Virginia’s average, and schools scored 5/10 on GreatSchools. The district offers vocational and dual enrollment programs through partnerships with Mountain Empire Community College. Adult education is supported by local GED and workforce training programs.

Scott County, VA, has an employment rate of approximately 54.1%. Major industries include health care and social assistance (17.8%), manufacturing (14.2%), and retail trade (12.3%). Leading occupations are office and administrative support (12.6%), sales (10.1%), and production (10%). Around 83% of residents commute alone by car, with a mean travel time of 26 minutes. Most employed residents work within Scott County or commute to nearby Sullivan and Washington counties for work.

Scott County, VA, boasts a homeownership rate of about 79%, higher than the national average, with median home values around $120,000 as of 2023. The typical rent is approximately $650 per month. Housing options range from single-family homes to modest apartments, primarily found in neighborhoods like Gate City and Weber City. The property tax rate is low, at $0.57 per $100 of assessed value. Market trends show stable prices and modest appreciation. Rural and small-town character dominates, making Scott County attractive for affordable living compared to urban areas.

As of the 2020 Census, Scott County, VA, had a population of 21,576. The median age is about 48.6 years, with 22.3% under 18 and 23.2% aged 65 or older. The gender split is roughly 50.5% female and 49.5% male. Racially, the county is predominantly White (97.2%), with smaller communities of Black or African American (1.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Other races each comprise less than 1% of the population.

Scott County, VA, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the county reported approximately 120 total crimes, with property crimes accounting for 80 cases and violent crimes numbering 14. The crime rate stands around 7.6 per 1,000 residents, notably below state and national figures. Local law enforcement emphasizes community policing and prompt reporting, with crime clearance rates over 60%. Residents generally consider Scott County a safe place to live, attributing this to proactive policing and active community involvement.

Scott County, VA, had approximately 15,500 registered voters as of 2023. Elections include federal, state, and local offices, with recent turnout around 50% in midterms. In the 2020 Presidential election, over 80% voted Republican. There are 12 polling locations managed by the Scott County Office of Voter Registration and Elections. Administrative oversight is provided by a three-member Electoral Board. Key local issues include economic development and education. The county is predominantly Republican, but both major parties maintain a presence. Voter registration is available in-person, by mail, and online.