Scott is a city in Louisiana with about 8,348 residents. Scott was founded in 1907 and sits in Lafayette Parish. The median age is 45.6 and the median household income is $54,220. Homes carry a median value of $155,700, and about 75% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (75.6%). Around 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 24 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Scott — frequently asked
What is the population of Scott, Louisiana?
Scott has a population of about 8,348, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Scott?
The median home value in Scott is $155,700, and the median gross rent is $1,002/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Scott safe? What is the crime rate?
Scott Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 71 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Scott face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Lafayette County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, lightning, cold wave.
How many schools are in Scott?
Scott has 4 public schools (3 elementary, 1 middle). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Scott?
Public registry data lists 1 registered sex offenders in or near Scott. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.