Shelby
Shelby has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $29,345. Population has grown 33% since 1990. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $79,600. Households here earn about 25% less than the North Carolina median.
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How many people live in Shelby, North Carolina?
Shelby, North Carolina has about 19,477 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Shelby, North Carolina?
The typical household in Shelby, North Carolina earns about $29,345 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Shelby, North Carolina expensive?
In Shelby, North Carolina, the median home is worth about $79,600, and the typical rent is about $462 a month.
How educated are people in Shelby, North Carolina?
About 18.0% of adults age 25 and over in Shelby, North Carolina hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Shelby, North Carolina?
About 17.8% of people in Shelby, North Carolina live below the federal poverty line.
Has Shelby, North Carolina grown since 1990?
Yes, Shelby, North Carolina has grown since 1990. The population has added about 4,808 residents, a change of about 33 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024