Scott County's 2026 population is estimated at 159,646, reflecting a 0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Scott County is the 10th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 130,514 and has grown 22.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.8 years
Female: 38.1 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 114,606 adults, (19,615 of whom are seniors) in Scott County.
Female: 77,052 (49.9%)
Male: 77,505 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Scott County includes 77.14% White, 6.36% Asian, 6.15% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 119,221 | 77.14% |
| Two or more races | 10,705 | 6.93% |
| Asian | 9,835 | 6.36% |
| Black or African American | 9,507 | 6.15% |
| Other race | 4,172 | 2.7% |
| Native American | 1,103 | 0.71% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 14 | 0.01% |
Scott County 's average per capita income is $68,396. Household income levels show a median of $119,314. The poverty rate stands at 4.6%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $156,732 | $185,242 |
| Families | $139,860 | $169,225 |
| Households | $119,314 | $149,625 |
| Non Families | $61,968 | $80,465 |
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