Home Value
$179,700
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.5%
31% lower than US avg
How Shepherd Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population613
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,032
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$14,022M
Commute28 min
Housing
Home Value$179,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$455,630
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain14.4 in/yr
Elevation3,111 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Libraries4
Is Shepherd a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Shepherd receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Shepherd offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Shepherd is $179,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Shepherd experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Shepherd has a population of 613 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
The median household income in Shepherd is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $50,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,749 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,794 |
| County GDP | $14,022M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 481 |
| Healthcare | 612 |
| Retail | 691 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 17.6% |
The median home value in Shepherd is $179,700, 36% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $455,630.
Home Values
| Census Median | $179,700 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $455,630 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $191 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,435 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.47% |
In Shepherd, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Shepherd vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,698/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 612 |
Crime Rates: Shepherd vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Shepherd has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.4 inches |
| 62% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,111 ft (948 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 276/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9468°N, 108.3463°W |
| County FIPS | 30111 |