Scott County's 2026 population is estimated at 38,025, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Scott County is the 32nd largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 39,268 and has grown -3.17% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.7 years
Female: 41.2 years
Male: 38.7 years
There are 28,835 adults, (7,099 of whom are seniors) in Scott County.
Female: 19,712 (52%)
Male: 18,221 (48%)
The racial composition of Scott County includes 81.75% White, 9.23% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 31,009 | 81.75% |
| Black or African American | 3,501 | 9.23% |
| Two or more races | 3,239 | 8.54% |
| Other race | 98 | 0.26% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 45 | 0.12% |
| Asian | 33 | 0.09% |
| Native American | 8 | 0.02% |
Scott County 's average per capita income is $41,670. Household income levels show a median of $62,782. The poverty rate stands at 12.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,832 | $112,973 |
| Families | $76,359 | $95,585 |
| Households | $62,782 | $81,670 |
| Non Families | $34,439 | $50,161 |
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