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Austin Scott Wiki, Bio, Age, Height, Wife, Elections, Salary and Net Worth

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Ethan Hayes

Updated on January 01, 2026

Austin Scott Biography and Wiki

Austin Scott (James Austin Scott ) is an American politician well known as the U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 8th congressional district since 2011. He is also known as a member of the Republican Party and also served in the Georgia House of Representatives before being elected to the House of Representatives.

Austin Scott Age

Scott is 50 years old as of 2019, he was born on December 10, 1969, in Augusta, Georgia, the U.S. He celebrates his birthday on December 10th every year, he will be turning 51 years old as fo December 10th, 2020.

Austin Scott Height and Weight

Scott appears to be quite tall in stature of his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Austin Scott Education

Scott was enrolled and later graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.B.A. in risk management and insurance where he passed the Series 7 Exam.

Austin Scott Family, Parents, and Siblings

Scott was born to his father, Jim, an orthopedic surgeon and his mother, Becky,  a teacher in the public school system. More details about his parents are not known to the public and it is also not known if he has any siblings. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Austin Scott Wife and Married

Scott is a married man, he is married to his wife, Vivien, who resides in Tifton, GA with their three children Wells, Gabriela, and John Philip. His family is members of First Baptist Church of Tifton.

Austin Scott Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Austin Scott 

  • Full Name: James Austin Scott
  • Age: 50 years old as of 2019
  • Date of Birth: December 10, 1969,
  • Place of Birth: Augusta, Georgia, the U.S.
  • Education‎: University of Georgia
  • Birthday:  December 10th
  • Nationality: American
  • Father’s Name: Jim
  • Mother’s Name: Becky
  • Siblings:  Will soon be updated
  • Spouse: Vivien
  • Children: Wells, Gabriela, and John Philip
  • Height:  Will soon be updated
  • Weight: Will soon be updated
  • Profession:  American politician
  • Known For:  U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 8th congressional district since 2011.
  • Net worth: Will soon be updated

Austin Kendra Career

Austin is known as a conservative on both economic and social issues and as a fierce defender of the rural communities, limited government, and a strong national defense. His political experience on the state level and background in risk management giving him a unique perspective in Washington. His understanding to draft and promote legislation that works to open access to capital for American businesses, eliminate burdensome regulations on entrepreneurs and investors, and provide economic opportunities for the next generation.

He serves as the Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy and Credit, and he as well on the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management. He also serves as a member of the House Armed Services Committee, where he serves on the Subcommittee on Readiness and the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Emerging Threats and Capabilities.

Austin Kendra Elections

2012 Election

Redistricting after the 2010 census that made the 8th somewhat more secure for Scott. Most of Macon and surrounding Bibb County were drawn into the neighboring 2nd district. Macon was the heart of the 8th and its predecessors for more than a century. To make up for the loss of population, the General Assembly pushed the 8th all the way to the Florida border, adding Thomasville and most of Valdosta from the old 2nd.

The old 8th already had a significant Republican lean, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index of R+10. However, the new 8th had a CPVI of R+15, making it the 11th most Republican district in the Eastern Time Zone and one of the most Republican districts in the country. Scott was unopposed in both the primary and general elections.

2014 Election

Scott was unopposed for a third term.

2016 Election

Scott faced a Democratic opponent for the first time since his initial run for the seat when private investigator James Neal Harris declared for the race in 2016. Scott turned back this challenge fairly easily, taking 67.6% of the vote and carrying every county in the district.

2018 Election 

Scott was unopposed for a fifth term.

Austin Kendra Committee assignments

  • Committee on Agriculture
    • Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit
    • Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management
  • Committee on Armed Services
    • Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities
    • Subcommittee on Readiness
    • Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations

Select Caucus Memberships

  • Republican Study Committee
  • Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (House Vice-Chairman)
  • Congressional Cement Caucus
  • United States Congressional International Conservation Caucus

Austin Scott Salary

The salary for U.S. Representative for Georgia range from an average of $33,774 to $17,342 a year. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee in question. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary of Austin but we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

Austin Scott  Net Worth

Austin has not revealed his net worth. He is a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying his wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about his net worth are revealed.

Frequently Asked Questions About Austin Scott

Who is Austin Scott?  

He is an American politician well known as the U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 8th congressional district since 2011.

How old is Austin Scott?

He is an American national born on December 10, 1969, in Augusta, Georgia, the U.S.

How tall is Austin Scott?  

He has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is Austin Scott married?

Yes, he is married to his wife, Vivien, who resides in Tifton, GA with their three children Wells, Gabriela, and John Philip. His family is members of First Baptist Church of Tifton.

How much is Austin Scott worth?  

He has not yet revealed his net worth. We will update this section when we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name.

How much does Austin Scott make?

At the moment, we do not have the exact salary of his but we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

Where does Austin live?

Because of security reasons, he has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of hisr house.

Is Austin dead or alive?  

He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Austin Now?  

He is a member of the Republican Party and also served in the Georgia House of Representatives before being elected to the House of Representatives.

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