Scotland County's 2026 population is estimated at 33,034, reflecting a -0.86% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Scotland County is the 70th largest county in North Carolina. The 2010 population was 36,062 and has grown -8.4% since 2010.
Overall: 38.7 years
Female: 41.2 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 25,786 adults, (6,178 of whom are seniors) in Scotland County.
Female: 16,750 (49.9%)
Male: 16,840 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Scotland County includes 40.56% White, 37.02% Black or African American, 11.63% Native American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,623 | 40.56% |
| Black or African American | 12,435 | 37.02% |
| Native American | 3,907 | 11.63% |
| Two or more races | 2,400 | 7.14% |
| Other race | 801 | 2.38% |
| Asian | 424 | 1.26% |
Scotland County 's average per capita income is $36,659. Household income levels show a median of $45,730. The poverty rate stands at 25.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,291 | $117,368 |
| Families | $58,870 | $85,132 |
| Households | $45,730 | $70,579 |
| Non Families | $24,649 | $40,546 |
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