County profile · Tennessee
Scott County, TN market data
How Scott County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 22,671
- +3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 8,755
- Median household income
- $44,711
- +15.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $124,900
- Jobs located here
- 6,001
- Highest market score
- 84
- Insurance agencies, #148 of 2,272 scored counties
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Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Scott County has an estimated 22,671 people and 8,755 households. Population estimates put the population change in Scott County from 2020 to 2025 at +3.6%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Scott County is $44,711, 45% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 15.0%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Scott County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 139, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (43).
Of the business types scored in Scott County, insurance agencies (84), sit-down restaurants (56) and dentists and orthodontists (52) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #148 of 2,272 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (85% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (43% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Scott County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Scott County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 84 | #148 of 2,272 | 10 | 11.4 | $2.4M | 189 | 4 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 56 | #911 of 2,405 | 33 | 37.7 | $739K | 111 | 7 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 52 | #841 of 1,886 | 5 | 5.7 | $1.5M | 154 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 52 | #990 of 2,200 | 7 | 8.0 | $808K | 92 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 51 | #1,140 of 2,378 | 17 | 19.4 | $483K | 109 | 11 |
| Auto repair and car care | 51 | #1,188 of 2,401 | 31 | 35.4 | $265K | 99 | 13 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 50 | #1,188 of 2,405 | 65 | 74.2 | $375K | 101 | 27 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 49 | #949 of 1,889 | 5 | 5.7 | $4.9M | 118 | Under 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 49 | #1,237 of 2,394 | 42 | 48.0 | $180K | 118 | 10 |
| Gas stations | 46 | #1,370 of 2,358 | 17 | 19.4 | $1.6M | 68 | 16 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 39 | #1,539 of 2,210 | 13 | 14.8 | $984K | 112 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 37 | #1,725 of 2,402 | 24 | 27.4 | $1.9M | 55 | 5 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 35 | #1,564 of 2,087 | 11 | 12.6 | $1.2M | 92 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 34 | #1,313 of 1,656 | 9 | 10.3 | $839K | 47 | 7 |
| Physical therapy | 28 | #1,241 of 1,422 | 7 | 8.0 | $1.1M | 45 | 3 |
| Grocery stores | 28 | #1,700 of 2,070 | 8 | 9.1 | $5.6M | 60 | 5 |
| Spas and skin care | 26 | #1,618 of 1,769 | 8 | 9.1 | $743K | 85 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 26 | #1,914 of 2,261 | 13 | 14.8 | $3.4M | 43 | Under 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 25 | #2,228 of 2,385 | 34 | 38.8 | $175K | 82 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 24 | #1,934 of 2,090 | 11 | 12.6 | $2.2M | 44 | 18 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 24 | #1,988 of 2,222 | 15 | 17.1 | $1.6M | 53 | 18 |
| Funeral homes | 21 | #1,390 of 1,472 | 6 | 6.9 | $187K | 28 | 4 |
| Hair salons | 21 | #2,210 of 2,339 | 22 | 25.1 | $270K | 63 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | 20 | #1,491 of 1,611 | 7 | 8.0 | $345K | 34 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.6 | $2.1M | 82 | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 4.6 | $6.1M | 165 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $2.5M | 105 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $2.7M | 89 | 4 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $1.2M | 187 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $6.4M | 263 | 7 |
| Real estate | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | Index only | 826 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $2.7M | 109 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 3.4 | $1.9M | 69 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.3 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.3 | $1.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.3 | $9.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.3 | $3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $12.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.1M | Too few | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $12.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $10.1M | Too few | 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $3.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $8.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $7.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $5.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.1 | $19.2M | Too few | 4 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Scott County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $8.2M | $939 | 98 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $27.7M | $3,168 | 122 |
| Food away from home | $24.4M | $2,786 | 68 |
| Groceries | $44.4M | $5,076 | 80 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.9M | $679 | 68 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.4M | $276 | 47 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.7M | $423 | 43 |
| Medical and dental services | $7.6M | $863 | 67 |
| Pets | $5.7M | $646 | 71 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $12.8M | $1,461 | 71 |
| Vehicle insurance | $23.8M | $2,714 | 139 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $19.2M | $2,190 | 73 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $10.1M | $1,151 | 81 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $107.4M | $12,268 | 74 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Scott County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 22,671+3.6% since 2020
- Households
- 8,755
- Median age
- 40.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 72%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 532 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 42
- Median household income
- $44,711+15.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $58,520
- Median home value
- $124,900
- Jobs located here
- 6,001
- Daytime population
- 19,252Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Scott County?
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Questions
How fast is Scott County, TN growing?
Population estimates put Scott County at 22,671 people in 2025, up 3.6% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 8,755 households. Median household income rose 15.0% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Scott County, TN spend?
Households in Scott County spend about $107.4M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $44.4M on groceries and $27.7M on gasoline and other fuels. Set against the U.S., households in Scott County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 139, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (43).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Scott County, TN?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Scott County are for insurance agencies (84), sit-down restaurants (56) and dentists and orthodontists (52). Scott County ranks #148 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
How does Scott County, TN compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Scott County is $44,711 a year, 45% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.6% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $124,900, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Scott County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (85% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (43% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 24 of the 56 business types have a score in Scott County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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