Shelby County

Overview for Shelby County, KY

16,932 people live in Shelby County, where the median age is 36.8 and the average individual income is $31,593. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,932

Total Population

36.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,593

Average individual Income

Around Shelby County, KY

There's plenty to do around Shelby County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

36
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
27
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Serendipity Kandy Kitchen, Chamoy Ricos, and Paradise Spirits & Wine.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.87 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.77 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 1.65 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.53 miles 55 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.78 miles 68 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 1.17 miles 52 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Shelby County, KY

Shelby County has 6,088 households, with an average household size of 2.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Shelby County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,932 people call Shelby County home. The population density is 1,889.68 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,932

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.8

Median Age

46.56 / 53.44%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,088

Total Households

2.75

Average Household Size

$31,593

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Shelby County, KY

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Shelby County. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Shelby County Summer School
PUBLIC
K - 12th
No rating available
Shelby County West Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Southside Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
No rating available
Painted Stone Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
Clear Creek Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5

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