Scott County Public RecordsIowa

As of 2023, Scott County, IA, has a population of approximately 174,000. The median age is 38. About 49% are male and 51% female. Racially, 78% are White, 10% Black or African American, 5% Hispanic or Latino, 3% Asian, and 4% identify as other or multiracial. Children under 18 make up roughly 23% of the population, while seniors 65 and older comprise about 16%.

Scott County, IA, has approximately 116,000 registered voters as of 2024, with registrations split among Democrats (35%), Republicans (33%), and No Party (31%). The county conducts primary, general, and special elections, with results often closely contested—e.g., in the 2022 general election, the top statewide race was decided by less than 2% margin. There are 63 polling locations countywide, administered by the Scott County Auditor’s Office. Key issues include property taxes and school funding. Voters can access party-specific ballots in primaries. More information is available from the Scott County Elections Office.

Scott County, IA, is served by multiple school districts, including Davenport and Bettendorf, with over 50 public schools. The high school graduation rate is about 91%, and around 31% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools in the county average a GreatSchools rating of 6/10. Adult education is supported through institutions like Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. School safety initiatives include resource officers and anti-bullying programs. Diverse educational programs, such as STEM and Advanced Placement, are offered to encourage academic achievement and college readiness.

As of 2023, Scott County, IA, reported an unemployment rate of approximately 3.1%. Major employment sectors include healthcare and social assistance (16.2%), manufacturing (13.7%), and retail trade (11.2%). Leading occupations are office and administrative support (12.5%), management (10.1%), and production (8.9%). About 82.7% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 19.6 minutes. While most residents work within Scott County, around 17% commute to neighboring counties, including Rock Island County, IL, reflecting strong regional employment ties.

Scott County, IA, features a homeownership rate of about 70%, with a median home value around $200,000 and median gross rent near $950. The housing market in 2024 shows steady growth, with property values rising approximately 4% year-over-year. Housing types include single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses, with sought-after neighborhoods like Davenport, Bettendorf, and Eldridge. Property taxes average 1.48% of home value. The county offers a mix of established communities and new developments, appealing to both buyers and renters.

Scott County, IA, has a crime rate slightly above the national average, with a violent crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 27.5 per 1,000 residents (FBI, 2022). Major cities like Davenport tend to report higher incidents. Law enforcement agencies ensure public safety through annual crime reporting and community policing initiatives. In 2022, Scott County reported approximately 800 violent crimes and over 5,100 property crimes. Residents are encouraged to report crimes promptly, contributing to improved response and prevention efforts across the county.