Living in Scotia, New York
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Scotia · Census data 2020–2024
Scotia has 7,264 residents with a median age of 39.1. The median household income is $76,525 (11% lower than the New York median), the median home value is $189,900, the median rent is $1,031/month.
Scotia at a glance
- Population
- 7,264
- Median age
- 39.1State: 39.8
- Median household income
- $76,525State: $85,974
- Median home value
- $189,900State: $423,800
- Median rent
- $1,031/moState: $1,621
- Homeowners
- 74.4%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38.1%
- Average commute
- 23 min
Is Scotia a good place to live?
Pros: Home values 55% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes; unemployment of 3.2%; a poverty rate of 4.9%.
Cons: Median household income 11% lower than the New York median.
The weather is best in May–June and August–September.
Cost of living in Scotia
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Scotia the median home value is $189,900, 43% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $1,031 per month, which is 31.5% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $1,533 a month in housing costs.
Scotia median household income
The median household income in Scotia is $76,525 and the income per person is $45,895. 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line (New York: 14%).
Housing in Scotia: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 3,469
- Owner-occupied
- 74.4%
- Renter-occupied
- 25.6%
- Vacant
- 4.8%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1942
- Average household size
- 2.15
Scotia demographics
- Population
- 7,264
- Median age
- 39.1
- Under 18
- 21%
- 65 and older
- 19.4%
- Households
- 3,303
- Foreign-born
- 2.7%
- Veterans
- 3%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Scotia ›
Education in Scotia
38.1% of adults 25 and older in Scotia have a bachelor's degree or higher (New York: 40.2%), and 15.2% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in Scotia
- Unemployment rate
- 3.2%State: 6.4%
- Average commute
- 23 minState: 33 min
- Work from home
- 19%
- Drive alone
- 64.9%
- Public transit
- 0.7%
- Walk to work
- 4%
- Homes with broadband
- 92.7%
Scotia vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia | 7,264 | $76,525 | $189,900 | $1,031 |
| Schenectady | 68,847 | $58,399 | $168,800 | $1,145 |
| East Glenville | 11,914 | $96,588 | $296,200 | $1,470 |
| Rotterdam | 22,695 | $85,887 | $214,400 | $1,278 |
| Niskayuna | 21,227 | $134,052 | $357,900 | $1,589 |
| Clifton Knolls-Mill Creek | 3,349 | $188,750 | $386,200 | — |
| Mariaville Lake | 1,085 | $83,168 | $248,200 | — |
| Clifton Gardens | 2,420 | $57,245 | $316,300 | $1,380 |
| Duane Lake | 236 | $142,150 | $404,300 | — |
More for people moving to Scotia
Scotia ZIP code ›Weather and climate ›Living in Scotia: FAQ
What is the median household income in Scotia, NY?
The median household income in Scotia is $76,525, 11% lower than the New York median of $85,974 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in Scotia?
The median home value in Scotia is $189,900, compared with $423,800 in New York.
How much is rent in Scotia?
The median gross rent in Scotia is $1,031 per month, about 31.5% of household income.
Is Scotia, NY a good place to live?
Pluses: home values 55% lower than the state median; an average commute of 23 minutes; unemployment of 3.2%; a poverty rate of 4.9%. Minuses: median household income 11% lower than the New York median.
What is the median age in Scotia?
The median age in Scotia is 39.1 years (New York: 39.8).
How long is the commute in Scotia?
The average commute to work in Scotia is 23 minutes; 19% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in Scotia?
The unemployment rate in Scotia is 3.2% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is Scotia?
38.1% of adults in Scotia have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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