Scott County's 2026 population is estimated at 23,061, reflecting a 1.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Scott County is the 63rd largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 22,226 and has grown 3.76% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.7 years
Female: 41.5 years
Male: 39.2 years
There are 16,926 adults, (3,821 of whom are seniors) in Scott County.
Female: 11,150 (50.4%)
Male: 10,963 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Scott County includes 96.55% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, Black or African American, Native American, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,351 | 96.55% |
| Two or more races | 567 | 2.56% |
| Asian | 75 | 0.34% |
| Black or African American | 54 | 0.24% |
| Native American | 42 | 0.19% |
| Other race | 21 | 0.09% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 3 | 0.01% |
Scott County 's average per capita income is $40,436. Household income levels show a median of $44,711. The poverty rate stands at 23.07%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $72,618 | - |
| Families | $56,484 | $69,103 |
| Households | $44,711 | $58,520 |
| Non Families | $22,085 | $35,825 |
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