Scotland County, North Carolina, NC
North Carolina · Presidential Elections 1900–2024
R+6.9
2024 Margin
R+5.0%
2020→2024 Swing
R since 2020
Voting Streak
34K
Population
Scotland County, North Carolina voted R+6.9 for Donald Trump in 2024, with Trump receiving 7,767 votes (53.1%). This represented a R+5.0% swing toward Republicans compared to 2020. The county has voted Republican in every presidential election since 2020.
Quick Stats
2024 ResultR+6.9
2020→2024 SwingR+5.0%
Voting StreakR since 2020
Elections on Record32
Demographics
Population34,174
Median Age
39.0(US: 38.4)
College (BA+)
14.8%(US: 34.6%)
Median Income
$41,948(US: $78k)
White (non-Hisp)
40.6%(US: 57.5%)
Hispanic
3.7%(US: 18.6%)
Black
38.5%(US: 12.3%)
Homeownership
58.9%(US: 64.2%)
Poverty Rate
26.6%(US: 12.4%)
Veterans
6.6%(US: 6.4%)
Non-English (CVAP)
2.2%(US: 17.1%)
Community Profile
Religious Composition
Source: Religion Census 2020Evangelical
13.6%(-2.9 vs US)
Black Protestant
10.7%(+8.5 vs US)
Mainline Protestant
9.4%(+4.2 vs US)
Catholic
1.3%(-17.4 vs US)
LDS/Mormon
1.0%(-1.0 vs US)
Age Distribution
Median:39.0 yrs(US: 38.5)
Under 18
22.5%
18-29
9.6%↓
30-44
19.6%
45-64
30.5%↑
65+
17.9%
National average
Employment by Industry
Source: Census ACSManufacturingVery high
20.5%EducationAbove avg
11.8%Retail Trade
11.0%Professional ServicesVery low
5.9%ConstructionBelow avg
5.5%HealthcareVery low
4.8%Political relevance:
Manufacturing: Trade policy sensitiveProfessional Services: College-educated baseHealthcare: ACA debates
+ 1 more industries
Presidential Elections
Presidential Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 46.2%(6,754) | 53.1%(7,767) | R+6.9 | R+5.0 |
| 2020 | 48.6%(7,186) | 50.6%(7,473) | R+1.9 | R+9.6 |
| 2016 | 52.5%(7,319) | 44.9%(6,256) | D+7.6 | R+9.2 |
| 2012 | 58.0%(8,215) | 41.2%(5,831) | D+16.8 | D+1.8 |
| 2008 | 57.3%(8,151) | 42.2%(6,005) | D+15.1 | D+4.3 |
| 2004 | 55.3%(6,386) | 44.5%(5,141) | D+10.8 | R+9.3 |
| 2000 | 59.8%(5,627) | 39.8%(3,740) | D+20.1 | R+4.2 |
| 1996 | 58.7%(4,870) | 34.4%(2,858) | D+24.2 | D+0.8 |
| 1992 | 55.3%(5,175) | 31.8%(2,980) | D+23.4 | D+14.0 |
| 1988 | 54.6%(3,865) | 45.2%(3,199) | D+9.4 | D+10.0 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Senate Elections
Senate Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 45.8%(4,359) | 51.7%(4,922) | R+5.9 | R+4.4 |
| 2020 | 47.4%(6,850) | 48.9%(7,066) | R+1.5 | R+9.2 |
| 2016 | 52.8%(7,161) | 45.1%(6,113) | D+7.7 | R+6.9 |
| 2014 | 55.7%(5,629) | 41.1%(4,153) | D+14.6 | D+2.8 |
| 2010 | 55.0%(4,597) | 43.2%(3,609) | D+11.8 | R+11.5 |
| 2008 | 60.9%(8,496) | 37.6%(5,242) | D+23.3 | D+5.2 |
| 2004 | 58.5%(6,282) | 40.4%(4,336) | D+18.1 | D+0.1 |
| 2002 | 58.5%(4,442) | 40.5%(3,072) | D+18.1 | R+15.8 |
| 1998 | 66.3%(3,873) | 32.5%(1,897) | D+33.9 | D+18.8 |
| 1996 | 56.9%(4,706) | 41.8%(3,458) | D+15.1 | R+16.5 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Governor Elections
Governor Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49.8%(7,123) | 47.1%(6,730) | D+2.8 | R+3.0 |
| 2020 | 52.4%(7,671) | 46.6%(6,821) | D+5.8 | R+3.4 |
| 2016 | 53.9%(7,351) | 44.7%(6,091) | D+9.2 | R+8.4 |
| 2012 | 57.7%(7,993) | 40.1%(5,556) | D+17.6 | R+10.8 |
| 2008 | 63.3%(8,770) | 35.0%(4,842) | D+28.4 | D+3.0 |
| 2004 | 62.0%(6,595) | 36.6%(3,897) | D+25.4 | R+16.3 |
| 2000 | 70.3%(6,777) | 28.6%(2,759) | D+41.7 | D+4.7 |
| 1996 | 68.0%(5,556) | 31.1%(2,539) | D+36.9 | R+4.3 |
| 1992 | 69.8%(6,174) | 28.6%(2,531) | D+41.2 | D+15.4 |
| 1988 | 62.9%(4,497) | 37.1%(2,652) | D+25.8 | D+6.5 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab