Shelley, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Bingham County County
Shelley, ID
At a Glance
How Shelley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shelley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shelley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shelley residents earn a median household income of $63,864 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,387. The unemployment rate stands at 7.7% (114% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,520 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shelley is $267,200 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $440,256. Median rent is $1,212/month, with 29.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 95.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Shelley reports 207 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 886/100K.
Education
21.7% of adults in Shelley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shelley has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches.