Communities Scott County Overview

A place to live, learn, and earn

Scott County, consisting of eight cities and ten townships, is located in the southwest Twin Cities metropolitan area. The US Census Bureau estimates Scott County’s 2024 population to be 157,206, an increase of 6,287 or 4.17% since the 2020 Census population of 129,928.

Scott County has two major transportation corridors running through the county, U.S. Hwy 169 and Interstate-35, making it easily accessible for businesses and logistics. Our residents exceed the state and national averages for high school graduation rates and college degrees, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, giving us a qualified resident workforce.

2023 Statistics

$120,247

2023 Median Household Income

$53,499

Per Capita Income

95%

Highschool Graduate or Higher (2019-2023)

53,984

Total Employment 2022 (Increase of 8.7% from 2021)

3,614

Total Employer Establishments (2022)

$3,197,719,000

Total Annual Payroll

Business Incentives & Programs

Our resource library is full of information about incentives to give you a boost in any of our communities across Scott County. With a vibrant, skilled workforce in addition to compelling business incentives and programs, starting or growing your business with us leads to promising futures.

NextStage for Entrepreneurs


NextStage for Entrepreneurs provides one-on-one consulting, small group learning, and access to loan capital for businesses and entrepreneurs throughout Scott County.  This program is provided free of charge to Scott County residents and businesses, and is closely integrated with other local programs aimed at providing assistance to Scott County entrepreneurs and businesses
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Economic Gardening


Companies spend about 50 hours over 8 months collaborating with a research team and participating in CEO roundtables and forums. The best part? All of the fees associated with the Economic Gardening program are covered by Scott County. If you are able and willing to devote time to the program, Economic Gardening may be the answer you’re looking for to take your business to the next level.
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