Shepherd, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Isabella County County
Shepherd, MI
At a Glance
How Shepherd Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shepherd's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shepherd a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shepherd residents earn a median household income of $76,591 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,302. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,405 business establishments, including 160 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shepherd is $147,800 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,811. Median rent is $790/month, with 24.8% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Shepherd reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 664/100K.
Education
27.6% of adults in Shepherd hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shepherd has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches.