Scott is a city located in Bourbon County, in the state of Kansas (KS), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 5.4 square miles (14.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 846 ft. With a population of approximately 8,297 residents, Scott offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.17% males and 53.83% females, and it has a population density of 527.99 people per square mile (589.96/km²). Scott lies at a latitude of 37.84 and a longitude of -94.7, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (10.3%), followed by English (12%), German (20.3%), and Scotch-Irish (3.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 66701.