Shelby County

As of the latest data, Shelby County, IN has a population of approximately 44,000. The racial composition is predominantly White (97.1%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (2.0%), African American (0.5%), Asian (0.4%), and mixed races (1.0%). The median age is around 42 years. The median household income stands at about $56,000, with a poverty rate of approximately 9.5%. Educational attainment shows around 87% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and about 16% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, Shelby County, IN has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $750 per month. The county's homeownership rate is about 74%, while rental properties account for around 26% of housing. New residential construction permits have seen an uptick, with an average of 80-100 permits issued annually. The vacancy rate is relatively low at around 5%, reflecting a stable housing market.

Shelby County, IN, holds elections for various local, state, and national offices. The most recent elections include county commissioners, council members, and other local officials.

In the 2023 municipal elections, key races may involve positions such as mayor, town council members, and school board seats. For 2022, in national and state races, candidates for Congress, Indiana state legislature, and county offices were on the ballot.

For example, in the 2022 general election:

• U.S. Senate: Todd Young (R) received approximately 58%, and Thomas McDermott Jr. (D) got around 38%.
• U.S. House (District 6): Greg Pence (R) won with about 69% against Cynthia(Bere) Wirth (D) with roughly 31%.

Voter turnout in Shelby County typically averages around 50-60% in presidential years and 30-40% in midterms.

Voters can find specific candidate information and election results on Shelby County's official website or through the Indiana Secretary of State’s election division.

As of the latest data, Shelby County, IN, has an educational attainment as follows: 88.2% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of 91.6% and the Indiana state average of 88.4%. For higher education, 18.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 26.5%. These figures indicate that Shelby County lags behind both state and national averages in higher education attainment but is quite close to the state average for high school completion. Improving higher education rates could be a focus for future development.

As of the most recent data, Shelby County, IN, has an employment rate of around 4%, slightly below the national average of 4.5%. The county has a civilian labor force of approximately 23,000 people. The top industries in Shelby County include manufacturing (24.5% of employment), healthcare and social assistance (13%), retail trade (10%), and educational services (8%). Manufacturing plays a more substantial role in Shelby County compared to the national average of 8.5% and Indiana's average of 17.5%. Healthcare and social assistance align closer to the national average of around 13%, while retail trade is slightly below the national average of 11%. Educational services are also lower than the national average of 9%. Shelby County's economy is heavily manufacturing-oriented, reflecting Indiana's broader industrial base but with even higher local concentration.

As of recent data, the average household income in Shelby County, IN is approximately $64,000. In comparison, the national average household income is around $68,700, and the state of Indiana's average household income is about $61,700. Shelby County's income level is slightly lower than the national average but higher than the state average.

Comparative Statistics Table

Shelby County's relatively close alignment with the state average reflects its economic standing within the region, while trailing slightly behind the national average indicates room for economic growth and development.

As of the latest available data in 2023, Shelby County, IN, has a mixed crime profile. The overall crime rate stands at 2,468 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Violent crime accounts for 320 incidents per 100,000 people while property crime is significantly higher at 2,148 incidents per 100,000 people.

Crime Statistics Table

Violent Crimes Breakdown

• Homicide: 4 per 100,000
• Rape: 46 per 100,000
• Robbery: 18 per 100,000
• Aggravated Assault: 252 per 100,000

Property Crimes Breakdown

• Burglary: 392 per 100,000
• Larceny-Theft: 1,300 per 100,000
• Motor Vehicle Theft: 456 per 100,000

Note: Data may vary