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Introduction to Scottsboro, Alabama
Scottsboro, Alabama, in Jackson county, is 31 miles E of Huntsville, Alabama (center to center) and 111 miles SE of Nashville, Tennessee. There are an estimated 14,762 people in the city.
Scottsboro History
Originally, Cherokee Indians inhabited the area now known as Scottsboro. Robert Thomas Scott is the founder of Scottsboro. He managed a hotel in Bellefonte and was in the Alabama Legislature for almost 20 years. He and his wife moved to Scottsboro sometime between 1850 and 1853. Until 1868, the area was called various names including Sage Town, Scott’s Mill, and Scottsville. A railway station was built in Scottsboro in 1857. The station was popularly called Scott’s Station. The city of Scottsboro was incorporated in January 1870 by the Alabama Legislature.
Scottsboro and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Scottsboro
The Scottsboro Public Library offers information about the local history and culture. The Scottsboro Country Club and Golf Course provides excellent facilities for golf enthusiasts. Those interested in purchasing souvenirs can visit the Scottsboro Plaza Shopping Center, Scottsboro Shopping Center, and Holiday Shopping Center. One can also spend a fun day out with family and friends at any of the local parks. Shelby Pond and Dry Creek are among the other popular tourist haunts in Scottsboro.
Scottsboro Transportation
Air transportation is provided by Huntsville International-Carl T. Jones Field Airport.
Scottsboro Higher Education
Residents of Scottsboro can enroll in nearby Alabama A & M University, the University of Alabama in Huntsville, Gadsden State Community College, and Motlow State Community College.
Scottsboro strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Comparing Scottsboro to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):
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