Median Income
$31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.3%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.8%
35% higher than US avg
How Shorter Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population328
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans18.9%
Economy
B
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$23,595
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$765M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,259
Health
Obesity47.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Elevation192 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+74.2%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 22% / D 78%
Commute19 min
Broadband66.7%
Libraries1
Is Shorter a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Shorter receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Shorter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Shorter is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Shorter is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Shorter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Shorter has a population of 328 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.8%), with 20.4% White, 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Shorter is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,250 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,595 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,025 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.8% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $765M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Shorter is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,259.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $210,259 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.76% |
In Shorter, 47.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Shorter vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.7% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,397/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Shorter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Shorter has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 192 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4115°N, 85.9728°W |
| County FIPS | 01087 |