Scio Public RecordsOregon

Scio, located in Linn County, Oregon, lacks a hospital within city limits; the closest major hospitals are Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital (18 miles away) and Santiam Hospital (16 miles away). Scio Health Center provides primary care and limited services locally. Nearly 92% of Linn County residents are insured, but rural access remains a challenge. The population skews slightly older (median age 37), and common health concerns include diabetes, heart disease, and mental health. Providers per capita are lower than state averages, with approximately 1 physician per 2,000 residents, contributing to longer travel for specialist care.

Scio, Linn County, OR has a homeownership rate of around 72%, with median home values near $355,000 as of 2024. Rental options are limited, with median rents about $1,250/month. Property value trends show steady growth at 5–7% annually over the past three years. Housing consists primarily of single-family homes, some on large lots, with neighborhoods like Main Street and Peters Ditch Road offering quiet, rural settings. Property taxes average 1.1% of assessed home value. Rental vacancy rates remain low, reflecting strong demand in this small, close-knit community.

Scio, a city in Linn County, Oregon, had a population of approximately 991 as of the 2020 Census. The median age was 42.6 years. Gender distribution was close, with about 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the city was 90.7% White, 0.5% African American, 1% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 7.8% Hispanic or Latino of any race; 5.9% were two or more races.

Scio, Linn County, OR, is served mainly by the Scio School District, featuring Scio High School and Scio Middle School. Scio High enrolls about 160 students (grades 9–12) with a graduation rate of ~86% and average test scores near the state average. There are no colleges in Scio; only around 14% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above average, and programs include FFA, STEM, and college credit courses. Adult education options are limited, with most offerings in nearby Albany or Lebanon.

Scio, located in Linn County, Oregon, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 85% of residents commuting alone by car. Public transit options are limited, resulting in negligible transit ridership. The average commute time for Scio residents is about 28 minutes, slightly below the national average. Nearly 97% of households own at least one vehicle. Key employment hubs are in nearby cities like Albany and Salem, necessitating out-of-town commutes for many. Local transportation infrastructure is centered around Oregon Route 226, which connects Scio to regional highways and neighboring communities.