The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Scott county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 75.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 22.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 60% and the area covered by water is 2.2%. The overall influence score for Scott is 2.
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Scott County is located in the southeastern corner of Iowa, and has a population of 165,224 people, as of the 2019 census. The county is predominantly white (91.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (4.4%), African American (2.2%), Asian (1.1%), and other races (1%). The median household income is $62,836, slightly higher than the state average of $60,936.
The cost of living in Scott County is slightly below the national average. Housing costs are much lower than the national average, with the median home value being $178,500 and median rent being $804. The unemployment rate in Scott County is 3.4%, which is below the state average of 3.6%.
Scott County has a variety of recreational activities available to residents due to its location in the scenic Midwest. It is home to several parks, trails, and lakes that offer plenty of outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and camping. There are also several golf courses and cultural attractions in the county, such as museums and art galleries.
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