Scott County's 2026 population is estimated at 4,940, reflecting a 0.61% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Scott County is the 96th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 5,330 and has grown -7.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46 years
Female: 48.1 years
Male: 42.6 years
There are 3,907 adults, (1,142 of whom are seniors) in Scott County.
Female: 2,463 (49.9%)
Male: 2,474 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Scott County includes 95.58% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,719 | 95.58% |
| Two or more races | 77 | 1.56% |
| Black or African American | 58 | 1.17% |
| Other race | 58 | 1.17% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.45% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.06% |
Scott County 's average per capita income is $46,222. Household income levels show a median of $66,705. The poverty rate stands at 11.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,223 | - |
| Families | $91,548 | $105,720 |
| Households | $66,705 | $86,253 |
| Non Families | $32,672 | $48,225 |
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