Shelbyville, KY
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Shelbyville, KY
At a Glance
How Shelbyville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shelbyville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shelbyville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shelbyville residents earn a median household income of $73,733 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,104. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,594 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shelbyville is $238,600 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $308,434. Median rent is $979/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Safety & Crime
Shelbyville reports 134 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,019/100K.
Education
25.3% of adults in Shelbyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shelbyville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches.