Scottsboro

Jackson County, Alabama

Population 53K |Median income $51,908 |1 hospital

Population

53,053

Jackson County

Median Income

$51,908

-24% vs avg

Median Home Value

$159,500

-30% vs avg

Median Age

43.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

53K-0%

Median Income

$51,908+38%

Median Home Value

$159,500+71%

Poverty Rate

17.3%+8%

Unemployment

4.5%-56%

Economics

Median Rent

$780/mo

Poverty Rate

17.3% +22% vs avg

Unemployment 4.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 15.9%

Work From Home 4.7%

Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 88.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%

African American 3.2%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

45.9%

Short Sleep Duration

41%

Obesity

39.3%

Physical Inactivity

32.5%

Current Smoking

19%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

17%

Diabetes

16%

Binge Drinking

13.9%

Lack of Health Insurance

11.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.8%

Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

9.2%

Stroke

4.7%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

HIGHLANDS MEDICAL CENTER

SCOTTSBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Scottsboro Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Scottsboro, AL? ▼

Scottsboro, AL has a population of 53,053 people, located in Jackson County, Alabama.

What is the median household income in Scottsboro? ▼

The median household income in Scottsboro, AL is $51,908 per year. The poverty rate is 17.3%.

What is the median home value in Scottsboro? ▼

The median home value in Scottsboro, AL is $159,500. Median rent is $780/month.

What are the top health concerns in Scottsboro? ▼

The top health indicators in Scottsboro include High Blood Pressure (45.9%), Short Sleep Duration (41%), Obesity (39.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Scottsboro? ▼

Scottsboro has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Scottsboro? ▼

The median age in Scottsboro, AL is 43.5 years. 15.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Scottsboro, AL is located in Jackson County, Alabama. With a population of 53K and a median household income of $51,908, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Scottsboro area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jackson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.