Scottown ZIP Codes — Lawrence County, OH

There is one unique ZIP code in Scottown, Ohio and it is 45678. Area code: 740.
1
ZIP codes
45.88
sq mi land
0.24
sq mi water
740
area code
Scottown, OH ZIP code map

About Scottown, OH

Scottown, Ohio is a small unincorporated community located within Lawrence County. This quaint area is known for its rural charm and close-knit community. Residents enjoy the beauty of Ohio's countryside while being conveniently accessible to larger nearby cities.

Location & geography

Scottown is situated in the southern part of Ohio, within Lawrence County. The community is approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Ironton and about 12 miles northeast of Huntington, West Virginia. The terrain includes a mix of land and water, covering a total of 45.88 square miles of land area and 0.24 square miles of water area.

Community & economy

Scottown serves its residents with a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere that reflects the values of rural Ohio. While there is a focus on agriculture, the community also supports various small businesses that contribute to daily life. Residents enjoy outdoor activities and the simplicity of living in a serene environment, fostering strong relationships among neighbors.

Transportation

Access to Scottown is facilitated by major highways, with U.S. Route 52 providing a key connection to surrounding locations. The nearest airport is the Tri-State Airport, located approximately 16 miles away in nearby Kenova, West Virginia, which connects travelers to various destinations. Public transit options may be limited due to the rural nature of the area.

History

Scottown was established in the 19th century and has a rich agricultural background that has shaped its development. While specifics about notable events are limited, the area has historically supported farming and local businesses. Key industries have tended to revolve around agriculture and small-scale manufacturing.

Did you know?

One interesting fact about Scottown is that it has retained its charm as a small rural community despite the growth of surrounding urban areas. Many residents appreciate its tranquil setting as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

ZIP codes for Scottown, OH (1)
ZIP code City County Map
45678 Scottown Lawrence View map

Demographics & statistics

1,128
Population
38.8
Median age
$54,063
Median household income
$22,492
Per capita income
$88,300
Median home value
$1,003
Median monthly rent
77.0%
Home ownership
11.9%
Poverty rate
2.1%
Unemployment
453
Housing units
6.7%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
30
Under 5
35
55
5–9
63
13
10–14
15
12
15–19
13
2
20–24
3
113
25–34
128
66
35–44
76
50
45–54
56
71
55–59
81
72
60–64
81
27
65–74
30
17
75–84
19
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1823620.9%
18 and over89279.1%
65 and over938.2%
Median age38.8 years

Race & ethnicity

White 100%
GroupCount%
White1,128100%

Household income

Under $10k 7.0%
$15k–$25k 6.1%
$25k–$35k 7.4%
$35k–$50k 24.5%
$50k–$75k 44.6%
$75k–$100k 2.0%
$100k–$150k 8.3%
Range% of households
Under $10k7.0%
$15k–$25k6.1%
$25k–$35k7.4%
$35k–$50k24.5%
$50k–$75k44.6%
$75k–$100k2.0%
$100k–$150k8.3%
Median income$54,063

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 14.5%
$50k–$100k 43.5%
$100k–$150k 7.1%
$150k–$200k 2.3%
$200k–$300k 27.6%
$300k–$500k 5.1%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$88,300
Median rent / month$1,003
Owner occupied77.0%
Renter occupied23.0%
Vacant18.1%
Single-family detached57.7%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes42.3%
Median rooms5.7
Avg household size (owned)2.47

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201932.1%
2000–20095.2%
1990–19998.8%
1980–198913.3%
1970–197914.3%
1960–19693.8%
1950–195915.2%
1940–19491.8%
1939 or earlier5.6%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)2.0%
1 bedroom2.5%
2 bedrooms22.8%
3 bedrooms47.7%
4 bedrooms15.4%
5+ bedrooms9.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle2.2%
1 vehicle17.7%
2 vehicles46.6%
3 or more33.5%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas2.0%
Electricity36.3%
Propane / LP gas45.3%
Wood16.4%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family28462.1%
Cohabiting couple183.9%
Male householder, no spouse11825.8%
Female householder, no spouse378.1%
Households with children under 1818039.4%
Households with seniors (65+)8318.2%
Average household size2.47

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married15.2%20.4%
Married56.5%67.2%
Separated4.7%0.0%
Widowed4.3%1.9%
Divorced19.2%10.5%

Education

Less than 9th grade 8.2%
Some HS, no diploma 16.6%
HS graduate 43.4%
Some college, no degree 11.6%
Associate's degree 13.5%
Bachelor's degree 3.5%
Graduate / professional 3.2%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher75.2%
Bachelor's or higher6.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool4418.9%
Kindergarten5523.6%
Elementary school9139.1%
High school2510.7%
College / grad school187.7%

Employment

Industry of employment

Retail trade 39.7%
Wholesale trade 15.6%
Arts, food & hospitality 11.8%
Manufacturing 10.7%
Education & healthcare 5.5%
Transportation & utilities 5.3%
Professional & management 4.4%
Public administration 2.2%
Construction 2.0%
Other services 1.8%
Finance & real estate 1.1%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts14.9%
Service13.6%
Sales & office28.5%
Natural resources & construction5.3%
Production & transportation37.7%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector88.4%
Government5.9%
Self-employed5.7%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone94.7%
Carpool5.3%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)29.5

Poverty

All people 11.9%
Under 18 years 16.5%
18 and over 10.7%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 66.7%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security30.9%
Retirement income38.7%
Supplemental Security13.6%
Cash public assistance8.8%
Food stamps / SNAP29.5%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure37.6%
High cholesterol33.4%
Heart disease7.7%
Stroke3.4%
Asthma10.6%
Arthritis30.4%
Kidney disease3.1%
Pulmonary disease10.0%
Cancer7.1%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking17.0%
No physical activity31.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep37.6%
Fair or poor health16.8%
Poor mental health17.1%
Poor physical health11.6%
No health insurance12.9%
Visited doctor (checkup)76.0%
Visited dentist60.2%
Cholesterol screening88.0%
Teeth loss15.7%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans677.5%
Disability%
Any disability10.6%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years11.3%
65 and over32.3%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance50.9%
Public insurance46.2%
Uninsured under 197.2%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only1,06394.2%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)1,128100.0%
Born in same state1,128100.0%
Born in different state37533.2%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French25022.2%
Italian1059.3%
AncestryCount%
Arab655.8%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access40.5%
Internet access88.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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