Shelbyville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $46,875

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $75,600

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.8%

47% lower than US avg

Median Rent $450

61% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.9%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.0%

27% lower than US avg

How Shelbyville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population583

Median Age40.8 yrs

Density747/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans12.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,875

Per Capita$24,625

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty9.0%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$75,600

Rent$450

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$245,974

Housing Units297

Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity40.9%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking22.2%

Depression27.8%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.8 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.8%

High School+93.8%

Graduate+6.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband83.1%

Is Shelbyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shelbyville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Shelbyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shelbyville is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shelbyville is $75,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Shelbyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shelbyville has a population of 583 with a density of 747 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 12.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

583

Total Population

747

People / sq mi

40.8yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%

Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Shelbyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shelbyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shelbyville is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,625 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 1.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shelbyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,875
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.0%
	27% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.3 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Shelbyville is $75,600, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,974, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 297 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. 21.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$75,600
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$245,974

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$450
	61% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.3%
Housing Units	297
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

In Shelbyville, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 35.8% have high blood pressure. 22.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 33.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

Health Metrics: Shelbyville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.9%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	35.8%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	10.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.2%
	59% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	33.5%
Depression	27.8%
Mental Distress	21.2%
Physical Distress	16.7%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.8%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.7%
Dental Visits	53.9%

Food & Exercise

Shelbyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.8 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	771 ft (235 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	747/sq mi
Coordinates	39.8059°N, 92.0416°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.4 in	Driest
March	42°F (5°C)	3.1 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.6 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.1 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	4.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.4 in
November	42°F (6°C)	2.8 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	2.2 in

Shelbyville has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.4").

17.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet access. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.8%
	47% below US avg
High School+	93.8%
Graduate Degree+	6.5%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	747/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.1%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.3 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shelbyville

What is the population of Shelbyville?

Shelbyville has a population of 583 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 747 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.8 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Shelbyville expensive to live in?

Shelbyville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $75,600 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Shelbyville?

Shelbyville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Shelbyville?

The job market in Shelbyville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 1.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shelbyville?

The median home value in Shelbyville is $75,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,974. For renters, the median monthly rent is $450. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Shelbyville?

Schools in Shelbyville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.8% of adults in Shelbyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shelbyville?

The obesity rate in Shelbyville is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.2% of adults are smokers. 33.5% are physically inactive. 27.8% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Shelbyville?

The average commute in Shelbyville is 27 minutes. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shelbyville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shelbyville is 97.4% White, 1.5% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 12.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.6% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

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