Home Value $76,700

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.9%

38% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.1%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86

Median Age69.5 yrs

Density93/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans86.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,747

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$6,571M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$76,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units56

Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity39.1%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking16.4%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation554 ft (169 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.9%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%

Commute17 min

Broadband48.0%

Libraries2

Is Shepardsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shepardsville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Shepardsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shepardsville is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shepardsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shepardsville has a population of 86 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

69.5yrs

Median Age

79% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%

Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Shepardsville 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

Shepardsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shepardsville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Shepardsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,747
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,022
IRS Avg AGI	$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,526
County GDP	$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants	281
Healthcare	393
Retail	394
Manufacturing	105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.2 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shepardsville is $76,700, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,700
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	56
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.73%

In Shepardsville, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.1%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.4%
	17% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	22.1%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,204
Dentists	1:1,738
Mental Health	1:515
Checkup Rate	78.3%
Dental Visits	62.8%
Premature Death	10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.7/10
Exercise Access	79.2%
Healthcare Facilities	393

Shepardsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.0°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.4 inches
	25% above US avg
Snowfall	13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	554 ft (169 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density	93/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6047°N, 87.4229°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	18167

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%

D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.9%
	38% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.01

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	93/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	48.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	393
Restaurants	281
Retail Stores	394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.2 min
Drive Alone	81.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Shepardsville, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Shepardsville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shepardsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shepardsville vs U.S. Average

Income: Shepardsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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