Scotts, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kalamazoo County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Scotts based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
145
2023 ACS
Median Income
$87,667
2023
Median Home Value
$132,800
2023
Median Rent
N/A
2023
Median Age
43.2
Unemployment
0.0%
Cost of Living Index
105.8
100 = national avg
Scotts is a city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, with a population of 145 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Scotts is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Scotts is $87,667, and the median home value is $132,800. The cost of living index is 105.8 (where 100 = national average). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, and the median age is 43.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
145
Male
69
47.6%
Female
76
52.4%
Median Age
43.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.6%
High School or Higher
22.8%
Foreign Born
30.3%
Veterans
10.3%
Married
44.1%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.655
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
42.1%
Foreign Born
30.3%
Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
140
English Only
68.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Other Languages
44 speakers
Limited English
31.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
68.6%
Limited English Proficiency
31.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
15
10.3% of population
Disability Rate
26.7%
4 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$23,250
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
9
60.0%
Female Veterans
6
40.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$23,250
Non-Veteran Income
$47,813
Difference
-$24,563
-51.4% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
4
Without Disability
11
Disability Rate
26.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
167
#1 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
53.8% (78)
#2 Ancestry
English
16.6% (24)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
15.9% (23)
Top 8 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
50
Family Households
30
60.0%
Married Couples
30
60.0%
Non-Family Households
20
40.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
57
In Married Couple
57
100.0%
With Single Mother
0
0.0%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$88,500
Married Couple Income
$88,500
Avg Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$87,667
+20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,641
-31% vs national
Poverty Rate
0.0%
-100% vs national
Gini Index
0.2417
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
0.0%
-100% vs national
SNAP Recipients
0.0%
of households
How Scotts Compares
Scotts vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Scotts is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Scotts, MI has a median household income of $87,667, making it the 6,997th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher median household income than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Scotts, MI has a per capita income of $25,641, making it the 21,811th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher per capita income than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Scotts, MI has a poverty rate of 0.0%, making it the 28,681st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher poverty rate than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Scotts, MI has a unemployment rate of 0.0%, making it the 24,264th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher unemployment rate than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Scotts. The median household income here is $87,667.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
-100% vs MI avg
Labor Force
70
Employed
70
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
22.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
43.2
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
105.8
100 = national avg
+5.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,550
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,028
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$998
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,162
per month
The median household income in Scotts, MI is $87,667, which is 19.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,641. The poverty rate of 0.0% is lower than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.2417, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 70. 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 40.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 105.8, which is 5.8% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,550 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — August 2025
Median Sale Price
$235,000
Median List Price
$235,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$183
Days on Market
19
Active Inventory
N/A
Zillow Home Value
$306,523
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
New Listings
2
Pending Sales
2
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$183
Median List $/SF
$183
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Scotts, MI? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI metro area, home prices have risen 385.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 91.4%. The 10-year growth rate is 96.1%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 50.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kalamazoo-Portage, MI housing market rather than Scotts alone.
Metro area: Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Scotts vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Scotts is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Scotts, MI has a median home value of $132,800, making it the 18,154th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher median home value than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Scotts, MI has a price per square foot of $183, making it the 9,407th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Scotts has a higher price per square foot than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$132,800
Median Rent
N/A
Total Housing Units
50
Vacancy Rate
0.0%
Owner Occupied
100.0%
Renter Occupied
0.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,481
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
N/A
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,481
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
of home value
Median Home Value
$132,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,504
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,481) by the median home value ($132,800). In Scotts, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.11%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Scotts, MI is $235,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 19 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $183. About 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1943. There are 50 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,481. The effective tax rate is 1.11%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Scotts. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.7
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
85.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
18.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
11
Public Assistance
$17.5M
Individual Assistance
$1.4M
Most Common Type
Snowstorm
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $16.9M | $1.4M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $198K | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | $3K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $209K | — |
| Mi - Severe Weather 1/2 /99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $122K | — |
| Severe Storms & Tornadoes → | Tornado | May 1980 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, High Winds & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1975 | — | — |
| Severe Storm & Freezing → | Snowstorm | Apr 1972 | — | — |
| Tornadoes & Severe Storms → | Tornado | Apr 1965 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
290
Total Claims Paid
$5,142,136
Avg Claim Payout
$17,732
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$77,139
Properties Protected
9
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.04
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $0 |
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 1 | $13,900 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $63,239 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Scotts has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, tornado, strong wind. The area has had 11 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is snowstorm (4 declarations). 290 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $17,465,523 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,370,311 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.0%
3.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.5%
4.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.9%
1.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.5%
4.1pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
40.6%
Arthritis
34.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.5%
Loneliness
31.7%
Lack of Support
21.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.6%
Mobility
15.7%
Cognitive
13.5%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
5.0%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Scotts has an obesity rate of 40.0%, which is 3.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.5%, 4.0pp above the national average. About 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. 81.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.9 mi
Borgess Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borgess Medical Center | 6.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital | 11.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital | 11.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Bronson Methodist Hospital | 11.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Battle Creek Va Medical Center | 12.8 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | — | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
40.0%
-49% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
60.0%
How Scotts's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Scotts, MI covers travel times and transportation modes. 40.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 60.0% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.0%
of households
No Internet
10.0%
of households
Total Households
50
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
100.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.0%
of households
Tablet
38.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs Under 10,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Scotts vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
90.0% of households in Scotts have broadband internet access. 68.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 22.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.0% of households have no internet access. 32.0% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Scotts is located in Kalamazoo County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Scotts.
Election Overview
Source: Kalamazoo County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
84,501
58.0%
GOP Votes
58,671
40.3%
Total Votes
145,646
Margin
D+17.7%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84,501 | 58,671 | 145,646 | 58.0% | 40.3% | D+17.7 |
| 2020 | 83,686 | 56,823 | 143,414 | 58.4% | 39.6% | D+18.7 |
| 2016 | 67,142 | 51,031 | 125,966 | 53.3% | 40.5% | D+12.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kalamazoo County recorded 145,646 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.0% of the vote compared to 40.3% for Republicans, a margin of D+17.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kalamazoo County has shifted 5.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
6
Total Assets
$2.5M
Total Income
$1.1M
Per 10K Residents
413.8
nonprofits
+59.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$128K
Oldest Active
1965
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Scotts
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RURAL FUTURES INTERNATIONAL | International | $2.3M | $1.0M | 1989 | |
| CLIMAX-SCOTTS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION | Education | $128K | — | 2024 | |
| PRIDE OF SCOTTS COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION | Community Improvement | $53K | $60K | 1995 |
Scotts, MI has 6 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.5M. The most common category is Education, with 3 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 413.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1965.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
12
Total Approved
$929K
Jobs Supported
54
Per 10K Residents
827.6
SBA loans
+714.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
6 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1999–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
12
Total Amount
$929K
Avg Loan
$77,408
Median Loan
$42,500
SBA Guaranteed
$590K(63%)
Jobs Supported
54
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
2
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$243K
26% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$121,450
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| M.b.m. Operations Llc | 1 | $347K |
| Cornell Tool Sales Llc | 2 | $243K |
| Ron's Electric Inc | 1 | $75K |
| Kinder Konstruction Llc | 2 | $74K |
| Good to Go Caf\(233) Llc | 1 | $71K |
| Schoolhouse Honey Llc | 1 | $35K |
| Natalie Schuiteboer | 1 | $28K |
| Pavilion Systems | 1 | $27K |
| Walker Legal Group Pllc | 1 | $15K |
| Js&j Corporation | 1 | $15K |
Scotts, MI has received 12 SBA loans totaling $929K in approved funding between 1999 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 12 loans (100% of the total), supporting 54 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Scotts is PNC Bank, National Association with 6 loans. That works out to 827.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
9
Total Population
93,325
Avg Median Income
$74,090
Avg Home Value
$208,989
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49001 | 21,313 | $52,327 | $139,600 | $1,055 | 7.7 |
| 49002 | 19,444 | $71,621 | $223,000 | $910 | 17.3 |
| 49034 | 2,066 | $73,939 | $205,300 | $880 | 37.0 |
| 49048 | 23,999 | $62,160 | $158,300 | $1,032 | 35.1 |
| 49051 | 2,963 | $79,375 | $257,000 | $822 | 28.1 |
| 49052 | 1,086 | $62,120 | $188,600 | $842 | 31.8 |
| 49053 | 7,255 | $80,074 | $222,800 | $970 | 24.4 |
| 49088 | 3,747 | $103,140 | $261,900 | N/A | 36.0 |
| 49097 | 11,452 | $82,051 | $224,400 | $933 | 70.0 |
Scotts, MI has 9 ZIP codes with a combined population of 93,325. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $74,090. The average median home value is $208,989. The average median monthly rent is -$74,073,247.
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