Scottsburg, Indiana facts for kids
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Scottsburg, Indiana
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| City of Scottsburg | |
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Aerial view of Scottsburg
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Location of Scottsburg in Scott County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Scott |
| Township | Vienna |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.56 sq mi (14.41 km2) |
| • Land | 5.54 sq mi (14.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) 0.39% |
| Elevation | 577 ft (176 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,345 |
| • Density | 1,325.81/sq mi (511.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47170
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| FIPS code | 18-68526 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396560 |
| Website | http://www.cityofscottsburg.com/ |
Scottsburg is a city in Indiana, a state in the United States. It is the main city and county seat of Scott County. Scottsburg is located about 30 miles (48 km) north of Louisville, Kentucky. In 2020, about 7,345 people lived there.
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History of Scottsburg
Scottsburg was officially planned and laid out in 1871. The city got its name from Horace Scott, who was an important official for the railroad. A post office has been open in Scottsburg since 1873.
Historic Places in Scottsburg
Several places in Scottsburg are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Scott County Home, the Scottsburg Courthouse Square Historic District, and the Scottsburg Depot. These places help us remember the city's past.
Geography and Climate
Scottsburg covers a total area of about 5.07 square miles (13.13 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 5.05 square miles (13.08 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, about 0.02 square miles (0.05 square kilometers), is water.
What is the Climate Like in Scottsburg?
The weather in Scottsburg has hot, humid summers. Winters are cold, like in other parts of the Midwest. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the area gets a lot of rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Scottsburg | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 4 (39) |
6 (43) |
12 (54) |
19 (66) |
24 (75) |
29 (84) |
31 (88) |
30 (86) |
27 (81) |
21 (70) |
12 (54) |
6 (43) |
18 (64) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 0 (32) |
1 (34) |
6 (43) |
12 (54) |
17 (63) |
22 (72) |
24 (75) |
23 (73) |
20 (68) |
13 (55) |
6 (43) |
1 (34) |
12 (54) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −5 (23) |
−4 (25) |
0 (32) |
5 (41) |
11 (52) |
16 (61) |
18 (64) |
17 (63) |
13 (55) |
6 (43) |
0 (32) |
−3 (27) |
6 (43) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 90 (3.5) |
72 (2.8) |
111 (4.4) |
104 (4.1) |
107 (4.2) |
106 (4.2) |
102 (4.0) |
95 (3.7) |
75 (3.0) |
72 (2.8) |
83 (3.3) |
83 (3.3) |
1,098 (43.2) |
Who Lives in Scottsburg?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 454 | — | |
| 1890 | 618 | 36.1% | |
| 1900 | 1,274 | 106.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,669 | 31.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,609 | −3.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,702 | 5.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,189 | 28.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,953 | 34.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,810 | 29.0% | |
| 1970 | 4,791 | 25.7% | |
| 1980 | 5,068 | 5.8% | |
| 1990 | 5,334 | 5.2% | |
| 2000 | 6,040 | 13.2% | |
| 2010 | 6,747 | 11.7% | |
| 2020 | 7,345 | 8.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2010, about 6,747 people lived in Scottsburg. There were 2,768 households, which are groups of people living together. About 1,730 of these were families. The city had about 1,336 people per square mile (516 people per square kilometer).
What is the Population Like?
Most people living in Scottsburg are White (97.2%). Other groups include African American (0.3%), Native American (0.2%), and Asian (0.9%). About 1.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Scottsburg was 37.5 years old. About 23.3% of residents were under 18. About 15.9% were 65 years old or older. Slightly more than half of the residents (52.5%) were female.
Education in Scottsburg
Scottsburg has a public library called the Scott County Public Library. The city is part of the Scott County School District 2. This district includes several elementary schools: Johnson, Lexington, Scottsburg, and Vienna-Finley. These schools teach students from kindergarten to fifth grade.
Schools for Older Students
After elementary school, students go to Scottsburg Middle School for sixth through eighth grade. Scottsburg High School teaches students from ninth through twelfth grade. The high school also offers a special program called Scottsburg New Tech High School, where students can learn in a mix of traditional and online ways. There are also early learning programs for younger children.
Culture and Events
Scottsburg hosts fun events throughout the year. These events bring the community together and celebrate local traditions.
Leota Country Frolic
Every year, on the fourth weekend in August, the Finley Township Volunteer Fire Department holds the Leota Country Frolic. This festival celebrates the area's country history. You can enjoy live bluegrass music, see old farm machines, and watch a watermelon eating contest. There are also arts and crafts, a quilt raffle, a flea market, and lots of good food. This event takes place in historic Leota, near its famous covered bridge.
Pig Roast in the Park
During the second weekend in August, the Scottsburg Beautification Committee hosts the Pig Roast in the Park. This event helps raise money for the city of Scottsburg. It features delicious food, live music, and a slow-pitch softball tournament. You can also find arts and crafts booths. The festival ends with a fireworks show.
See also
In Spanish: Scottsburg (Indiana) para niños
