Median Income
$105,379
40% higher than US avg
Home Value
$390,300
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$2,110
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Shirley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population27,807
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density2,459/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Economy
A+
Median Income$105,379
Per Capita$48,338
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$390,300
Rent$2,110
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$526,615
Health
Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation46 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute34 min
EV Stations2
Libraries65
Is Shirley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Shirley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Shirley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Shirley is $105,379, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Shirley among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Shirley is $390,300, 38% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,110 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Shirley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Shirley has a population of 27,807 with a density of 2,459 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 77.7% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Spanish | 22.3% |
| 66% above US avg |
The median household income in Shirley is $105,379, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $105,379 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,338 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,522 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,245 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 56,343 |
| County GDP | $139,014M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Healthcare | 5,146 |
| Retail | 6,106 |
| Manufacturing | 1,670 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
The median home value in Shirley is $390,300, 38% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,110 (81% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $526,615.
Home Values
| Census Median | $390,300 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $526,615 |
| Median List Price | $512,495 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $512,495 |
| $/Sq Ft | $354 |
| Homes Sold | 17 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 12.2% |
| Inventory | 49 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $2,110 |
| 81% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.25% |
In Shirley, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Shirley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.4% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,453/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
Crime Rates: Shirley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
Safety Score
Shirley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.2 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,459/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7936°N, 72.8759°W |
| County FIPS | 36103 |