Apartments for rent in Scotland, PA

A small town in Pennsylvania, Scotland has approximately 1,000 residents. Retirees are widely prevalent, as they account for 23% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young professionals are less well-represented. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just under 45, is older than most cities in Pennsylvania. Home ownership is more common than renting in the area, and 14% of residents rent. At $919 per month, the average rent is roughly equal to the state average.

Averaging about 25 minutes, Scotland's commute time is quicker than the state average of about 28 minutes. Many residents (40%) drive their car to work, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.

There are three primary industries in Scotland: healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. Together, these industries account for 22% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 9% of the town's population works in management, which ranks as the top field in the town. Scotland workers take home an average annual income of about $99K, around $36,000 more than the average Pennsylvania resident. Scotland's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (7%), Scotland has a relatively high number of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 9% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 9% have a Bachelor's degree.