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County overview

Scott County

Iowa - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Scott County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Scott County

Population
174,315
Age 65+
16.7%
Median age
38.7
Owner-occupied
69.1%
With disability
11.8%
Median home value
$198,000
Median income
$72,792
Residents 65+
29,176
How Scott County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+1.2%
% owner-occupied
+6.6%
% with disability
-8.5%
Median household income
-3.1%
Median home value
-29.8%
Median age
+0.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Scott County

Scott County is home to roughly 174,315 residents, of whom about 29,111 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.7%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 69.1% of homes in Scott County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $198,000. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 11.8% of Scott County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.