Scott Elrod was born in Germany while his father was serving in the U.S. military. Following his father's military service, the family relocated to Colorado, where Elrod spent most of his formative years. He attended Northeast Elementary School before moving on to Ponderosa High School in Parker, Colorado. During his high school years, he was active in sports, excelling in both baseball and track, and demonstrated strong aptitude in science and mathematics.
After graduating from high school, Elrod enrolled at Metropolitan State College of Denver. During this time, he worked a range of jobs, including pizza delivery and construction work on the runways at Denver International Airport. He also began modeling for local fashion retailers and participated in print campaigns. An avid motorsports enthusiast, he could often be found racing motorcycles in his free time.
Motivated by a desire to fly F-16s, Elrod joined the U.S. Air Force. Although he did not become a fighter pilot, he served as an air traffic controller and earned his private pilot’s license. After serving over six years in the military, Elrod realized he was seeking a different life path and made the decision to leave the armed forces.
Following his military service, Elrod considered launching a marketing or mortgage company with a close friend. Instead, the duo ventured into the high-tech industry, but the business struggled. Around this time, a viewing of the film Top Gun—a movie in which Tom Cruise plays a fighter pilot—reignited his interest in aviation and inspired him to pursue acting. Interestingly, Elrod’s father had worked as an F-16 pilot in real life, adding a personal dimension to his inspiration.
In 2004, Elrod relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. He took acting classes to hone his craft and soon began landing roles. He appeared in notable series, including CSI: New York and Days of Our Lives. His breakthrough came when he was cast in the ABC drama Men in Trees, which was filmed in the Vancouver area of Canada.
Elrod continued to build his resume through a variety of television films and series. Among his credits are roles in the Hallmark movie Uncorked, opposite Julie Benz, as well as in productions such as True Blue (pilot episode), Hellhounds, and Castle. His versatility and onscreen presence earned him steady work in both romantic dramas and crime thrillers.
A true adrenaline enthusiast, Elrod has extensive experience with motorcycles and professional car racing. In his spare time, he enjoys a wide range of high-energy activities, including scuba diving, snowboarding, auto racing, and flying. He maintains his physical fitness through running, kickboxing, and weight training.
Elrod maintains a relatively private personal life. While he has mentioned being involved with a "wonderful woman," he has chosen not to reveal further details. Rumors have circulated that he may have been linked with co-star Julie Benz, but neither has confirmed a romantic relationship. His height is approximately 6 feet 2 inches.
His social media presence, particularly on Instagram, offers fans a glimpse into his life and professional work. As of recent estimates, Scott Elrod’s net worth is around $2 million, accumulated from his work in the military as an air traffic controller and his subsequent acting career.
| Birth Date: | 10 Feb, 1975 |
| Age: | 45 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Television actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Rhineland-Palatinate |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
