Median Income
$66,011
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$133,200
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.9%
28% lower than US avg
How Shreve Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,559
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density1,792/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,011
Per Capita$33,559
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$133,200
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,715
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation898 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+79.8%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Libraries3
Is Shreve a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Shreve receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Shreve offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Shreve is $66,011, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Shreve is $133,200, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Shreve experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Shreve has a population of 1,559 with a density of 1,792 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).
Population
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Shreve is $66,011, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,011 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,559 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $940 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,002 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,236 |
| County GDP | $2,446M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 97 |
| Healthcare | 111 |
| Retail | 148 |
| Manufacturing | 83 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,863 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Shreve is $133,200, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,715.
Home Values
| Census Median | $133,200 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,715 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $168 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $758 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,863 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.90% |
In Shreve, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Shreve vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,329/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 111 |
Crime Rates: Shreve vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Shreve has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 898 ft (274 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,792/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6813°N, 82.0218°W |
| County FIPS | 39005 |