Shelby County

As of the most recent data, Shelby County, TX, has a population of roughly 24,000. The racial composition includes 61% White, 20% Black, 16% Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% Asian, and 2.5% mixed or other races. The median age is about 38 years. The county has around 8,000 households with an average household size of 2.89. The median household income is approximately $37,000, with about 23% living below the poverty line.

Shelby County, TX has a median home value of approximately $87,800. Rent prices average around $632 per month. The county's homeownership rate stands at 71.6%, and the vacancy rate is roughly 15.5%. Housing units total around 11,600.

As of the latest update in 2023, Shelby County, TX elections feature key races, including positions for County Commissioner, District Attorney, and various local government spots. For the County Commissioner race in Precinct 2, candidates include Republican incumbent Jimmy Lout and Democratic challenger Kyle Green. Voter turnout in the last major election was approximately 35%. For District Attorney, incumbent Karren Price, a Republican, faces competition from Democrat Casey Williams. In the local school board elections, five seats are contested, with candidates from various backgrounds, including educators and business professionals. Election dates and detailed candidate profiles can be found on the Shelby County Elections Office website. Please verify this information with the latest updates as election details and candidates may change.

Shelby County, TX, has notable educational attainment statistics. About 74.5% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which is below the national average of approximately 88%. Additionally, around 10.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the national average is about 33.1%, and the Texas average is 29.3%. This indicates lower educational attainment in Shelby County compared to both national and state levels. The lower percentage of residents with higher education reflects potential challenges in achieving advanced academic qualifications within the county.

As of the most recent data, Shelby County, Texas, has an employment figure of approximately 8,300 people. The top industries in the county are:

1. Retail Trade (around 1,300 employees)
2. Manufacturing (approximately 1,200 employees)
3. Healthcare and Social Assistance (close to 1,150 employees)
4. Educational Services (about 1,000 employees)

In comparison to national averages, Shelby County has a higher proportion of employment in Manufacturing and Retail Trade. Nationally, Healthcare and Professional Services are typically larger employment sectors. When compared to the Texas state averages, Shelby County has a similar trend but with a stronger emphasis on Manufacturing, likely due to the presence of local industries and employers.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

As of the most recent data available, the average household income in Shelby County, TX is approximately $44,000. This is notably lower than both the national and state averages. For comparison, the average household income in the United States is about $68,700, while the Texas state average is approximately $64,300. Below is a statistics table for clarity:

Shelby County's income level reflects a significant disparity when compared to broader averages, underscoring potential economic challenges in the area.

As of the latest data, Shelby County, TX, has experienced varying crime rates. The reported crime rates per 1,000 residents are as follows:

• Violent crimes: 4.3
• Property crimes: 17.2

A breakdown of specific crime types is provided in the table below:

These statistics are crucial for understanding the safety landscape in Shelby County, providing insights for residents and law enforcement to develop effective crime prevention strategies.