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Population Review

Shelby city, NC — Population & Demographics

Shelby city, NC has a population of 21,868. The median household income is $50,705 and the median age is 41.2.

21,868

Population

$50,705

Median Income

$185,400

Median Home Value

41.2

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White55.3%
Black or African American32.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)3.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$50,705

Median Household Income

$30,663

Per Capita Income

15.0%

Poverty Rate

2.0%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$185,400

Median Home Value

$899

Median Rent

59.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

89.0%

High School+

26.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

9.7%

Work From Home

21.7 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Shelby city, NC has a population of 21,868 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Shelby city, NC is $50,705, with 15.0% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Shelby city, NC is $185,400, with median rent at $899.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.