Shelby, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Oceana County County
Shelby, MI
At a Glance
How Shelby Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shelby's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shelby a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shelby residents earn a median household income of $53,309 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,023. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 567 business establishments, including 64 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shelby is $124,000 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $246,771. Median rent is $682/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Shelby reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 413/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Shelby hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 82.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shelby has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches.