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Crime in Scotts Valley summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Scotts Valley. Key points include:
There were 224 total crimes in Scotts Valley in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Scotts Valley is 1,904.0 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Scotts Valley is 306.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Scotts Valley is 1,598.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Scotts Valley is -10.16% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Scotts Valley Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Scotts Valley / 100k People |
California / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 224 | 1,904.0 | 2,564.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 36 | 306.0 | 486.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 34.0 | 119.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 27 | 229.5 | 325.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 188 | 1,598.0 | 2,078.4 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 9 | 76.5 | 305.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 175 | 1,487.5 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 4 | 34.0 | 427.5 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Scotts Valley summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Scotts Valley. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around California. Key points include:
The cost of living in Scotts Valley is 196 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Scotts Valley is 2.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Scotts Valley is $1,260,977.
The median income in Scotts Valley is $143,750.
Scotts Valley's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Scotts Valley Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Scotts Valley | California | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 196 | 142 | 100 |
| Services | 114 | 110 | 100 |
| Groceries | 116 | 118 | 100 |
| Health | 378 | 197 | 100 |
| Housing | 117 | 120 | 100 |
| Transportation | 117 | 121 | 100 |
| Utilities | 121 | 121 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Scotts Valley, CA Weather
The average high in Scotts Valley is 68.6° and the average low is 46.7°.
There are 45.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 38.1 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Scotts Valley |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 68.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 46.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 45.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 38.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Scotts Valley Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Scotts Valley
The current population in Scotts Valley is 12,044. The population has increased 6.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12,044 | -0.8% |
| 2023 | 12,138 | -0.8% |
| 2022 | 12,239 | -0.6% |
| 2021 | 12,317 | 2.2% |
| 2020 | 12,055 | 1.6% |
| 2019 | 11,863 | -0.3% |
| 2018 | 11,900 | 0.1% |
| 2017 | 11,892 | 0.6% |
| 2016 | 11,824 | 0.4% |
| 2015 | 11,780 | 0.6% |
| 2014 | 11,711 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 11,618 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 11,532 | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 11,480 | 1.1% |
| 2010 | 11,351 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Scotts Valley
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Scotts Valley is:
68.6% White with 8,262 White residents.
0.6% African American with 69 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
8.2% Asian with 982 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
5.4% Two Or More with 652 Two Or More residents.
17.3% Hispanic with 2,079 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Scotts Valley | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 68.6% | 33.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.6% | 5.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 8.2% | 15.3% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.4% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 17.3% | 40.2% | 19.3% |
Gender in Scotts Valley
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Scotts Valley is 51.0% female with 6,148 female residents.
Scotts Valley is 49.0% male with 5,895 male residents.
| Gender | Scotts Valley | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.0% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.0% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Scotts Valley for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed 9-12th grade.
9.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed associate's degree.
33.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed master's degree.
5.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Scotts Valley completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Scotts Valley | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 9.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Scotts Valley, California
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4.0% of households in Scotts Valley earn Less than $10,000.
2.5% of households in Scotts Valley earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.3% of households in Scotts Valley earn $15,000 to $24,999.
2.9% of households in Scotts Valley earn $25,000 to $34,999.
3.3% of households in Scotts Valley earn $35,000 to $49,999.
7.9% of households in Scotts Valley earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.0% of households in Scotts Valley earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.5% of households in Scotts Valley earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.5% of households in Scotts Valley earn $150,000 to $199,999.
35.2% of households in Scotts Valley earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Scotts Valley | CA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.0% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.5% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.3% | 5.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.9% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.3% | 8.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7.9% | 13.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.0% | 11.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.5% | 17.8% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.5% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 35.2% | 20.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
