Shepherd, MI
Shepherd Map
Shepherd Overview
1,415
TOTAL POPULATION
641
MALE POPULATION
774
FEMALE POPULATION
82.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,042
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,382
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$75,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.32
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
718
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Shepherd Zip Codes
Shepherd Area Codes
Race in Shepherd
The most populous races in Shepherd are White / Caucasian (1,221 | 86.3%), Two or more Races (120 | 8.5%), and Native / Alaskan (44 | 3.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 27 | 1.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 | 0.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 44 | 3.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,221 | 86.3% |
| Two or more Races | 120 | 8.5% |
| Some other Race | 3 | 0.2% |
| Total | 1,415 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Shepherd
The most populous ancestries reported in Shepherd are German (336 | 23.7%), English (193 | 13.6%), Irish (152 | 10.7%), Ottawa (98 | 6.9%), and Scottish (61 | 4.3%), together accounting for 59.4% of all Shepherd residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 41 | 2.9% |
| Arab | 7 | 0.5% |
| Belgian | 2 | 0.1% |
| British | 3 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Chippewa | 10 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 2 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 45 | 3.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 2 | 0.1% |
| English | 193 | 13.6% |
| Ethiopian | 12 | 0.9% |
| European | 13 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 5 | 0.4% |
| French | 36 | 2.5% |
| French Canadian | 14 | 1.0% |
| German | 336 | 23.7% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 11 | 0.8% |
| Irish | 152 | 10.7% |
| Italian | 24 | 1.7% |
| Jamaican | 19 | 1.3% |
| Lebanese | 7 | 0.5% |
| Mexican | 11 | 0.8% |
| Navajo | 10 | 0.7% |
| Norwegian | 25 | 1.8% |
| Ottawa | 98 | 6.9% |
| Polish | 44 | 3.1% |
| Scandinavian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 61 | 4.3% |
| Slovak | 3 | 0.2% |
| South American | 2 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 12 | 0.9% |
| Swedish | 2 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 1 | 0.1% | View All 36 Rows |
Immigrants in Shepherd
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shepherd came from Africa (15 | 1.1%), Eastern Africa (12 | 0.9%), Ethiopia (12 | 0.9%), Egypt (3 | 0.2%), and Northern Africa (3 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.2% of all Shepherd residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 1.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 12 | 0.9% |
| Egypt | 3 | 0.2% |
| England | 2 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 12 | 0.9% |
| Europe | 2 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 3 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.1% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in Shepherd
Sex and Age in Shepherd
The most populous age groups in Shepherd are 10 to 14 Years (68 | 10.6%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (86 | 11.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (3.7%) | 67 (8.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 41 (6.4%) | 37 (4.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 68 (10.6%) | 57 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 53 (8.3%) | 86 (11.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 45 (7.0%) | 56 (7.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 46 (7.2%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 50 (7.8%) | 77 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 34 (5.3%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 33 (5.1%) | 60 (7.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 39 (6.1%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 25 (3.9%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 52 (8.1%) | 58 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 53 (8.3%) | 42 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 38 (5.9%) | 46 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 13 (2.0%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 9 (1.4%) | 21 (2.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 16 (2.5%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 2 (0.3%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| Total | 641 (100.0%) | 774 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Shepherd
Median Family Size in Shepherd
The median family size in Shepherd is 3.38 persons per family, with married-couple families (258 | 77.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.48 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (40 | 12.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 258 (77.7%) | 3.48 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (12.0%) | 3.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 34 (10.2%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 332 (100.0%) | 3.38 |
Median Household Size in Shepherd
The median household size in Shepherd is 2.78 persons per household, with single male/father households (40 | 7.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.88 persons per household. non-family households (174 | 34.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 258 (51.0%) | 3.48 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (7.9%) | 3.88 |
| Single Female/Mother | 34 (6.7%) | 3.47 |
| Non-family | 174 (34.4%) | 1.37 |
| Total Households | 506 (100.0%) | 2.78 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shepherd
Out of a total of 506 households in Shepherd, 332 (65.6%) are family households, while 174 (34.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 123, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 125.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 125 (24.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 102 (20.2%) | 42 (8.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 123 (24.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 55 (10.9%) | 7 (1.4%) |
| 5-Person Households | 26 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 12 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 332 (65.6%) | 174 (34.4%) |
Female Fertility in Shepherd
Fertility by Age in Shepherd
Average fertility rate in Shepherd is 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 140.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 54.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 12 (34.3%) | 140.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (54.3%) | 107.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (11.4%) | 31.0 |
| Total | 35 (100.0%) | 89.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shepherd
62.9% of women with births (35) in Shepherd are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 18 (94.7%) | 1 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (62.9%) | 13 (37.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Shepherd
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (91.4%) | 176.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (8.6%) | 47.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 35 (100.0%) | 89.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shepherd
37.1% of women with births in Shepherd are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 66.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 37.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 20 (62.5%) | 12 (37.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (62.9%) | 13 (37.1%) |
Income in Shepherd
Income Overview in Shepherd
Per Capita Income in Shepherd is $28,042, while median incomes of families and households are $83,382 and $75,000 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,415 | $28,042 |
| Median Family Income | 332 | $83,382 |
| Mean Family Income | 332 | $84,920 |
| Median Household Income | 506 | $75,000 |
| Mean Household Income | 506 | $74,357 |
| Income Deficit | 332 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,415 | 20.04% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,415 | 79.96¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,415 | 0.32 |
Earnings by Sex in Shepherd
Average Earnings in Shepherd are $35,988, $40,769 for men and $32,600 for women, a difference of 20.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 382 (50.4%) | $40,769 |
| Female | 376 (49.6%) | $32,600 |
| Total | 758 (100.0%) | $35,988 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shepherd
The most common earnings brackets in Shepherd are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (55 | 14.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (43 | 11.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 33 (8.6%) | 32 (8.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 11 (2.9%) | 6 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (1.3%) | 15 (4.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 18 (4.7%) | 11 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 12 (3.1%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 6 (1.6%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 7 (1.8%) | 13 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 9 (2.4%) | 27 (7.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 5 (1.3%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 26 (6.8%) | 26 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 18 (4.7%) | 43 (11.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 33 (8.6%) | 29 (7.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 55 (14.4%) | 6 (1.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 13 (3.4%) | 33 (8.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 28 (7.3%) | 11 (2.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 30 (7.9%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 9 (2.4%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 40 (10.5%) | 41 (10.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 24 (6.3%) | 8 (2.1%) |
| Total | 382 (100.0%) | 376 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
Average earnings in Shepherd are $44,188 for men and $35,347 for women, a difference of 20.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,063. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,219, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,083.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $40,063 | $27,083 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,063 | $32,708 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,611 | $45,724 |
| Graduate Degree | $76,250 | $49,219 |
| Total | $44,188 | $35,347 |
Family Income in Shepherd
Family Income Brackets in Shepherd
According to the Shepherd family income data, there are 95 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 1 | 0.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 14 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12 | 3.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 40 | 12.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 50 | 15.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 95 | 28.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 85 | 25.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12 | 3.6% |
| $200,000+ | 11 | 3.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shepherd
5-person families (24 | 7.2%) account for the highest median family income in Shepherd with $125,833 per family, while 2-person families (131 | 39.5%) have the highest median income of $35,090 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 131 (39.5%) | $70,179 |
| 3-Person Families | 109 (32.8%) | $84,191 |
| 4-Person Families | 42 (12.7%) | $87,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 24 (7.2%) | $125,833 |
| 6-Person Families | 12 (3.6%) | $91,500 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (4.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 332 (100.0%) | $83,382 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shepherd
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 54 (16.3%) | $68,750 |
| 1 Earner | 102 (30.7%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 154 (46.4%) | $93,929 |
| 3+ Earners | 22 (6.6%) | $103,125 |
| Total | 332 (100.0%) | $83,382 |
Household Income in Shepherd
Household Income Brackets in Shepherd
With 134 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Shepherd, accounting for 26.5% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 7 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 15 | 3.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 49 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 40 | 7.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 50 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 92 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 134 | 26.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 96 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12 | 2.4% |
| $200,000+ | 11 | 2.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Shepherd
The median household income in Shepherd is $75,000, with the highest median household income of $82,574 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 183 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $57,917, with 23 households (4.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 23 (4.5%) | $57,917 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 183 (36.2%) | $82,574 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 177 (35.0%) | $76,250 |
| 65+ Years | 123 (24.3%) | $60,417 |
| Total | 506 (100.0%) | $75,000 |
Poverty in Shepherd
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd
With 17.1% poverty level for males and 8.9% for females among the residents of Shepherd, under 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (50.0%) and 6 females (46.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (50.0%) | 10 (14.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 27 (45.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 9 (21.4%) | 14 (35.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (46.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 9 (11.1%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 25 (26.0%) | 10 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10 (15.6%) | 10 (20.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 13 (12.4%) | 6 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (3.9%) | 4 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 109 (17.1%) | 69 (8.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd
According to the poverty statistics in Shepherd, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (50.0%) | 57 (85.1%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 33 (55.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 33 (78.6%) | 25 (64.1%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 7 (53.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 72 (88.9%) | 95 (91.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 71 (74.0%) | 112 (91.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 65 (97.0%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 54 (84.4%) | 40 (80.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 92 (87.6%) | 94 (94.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (96.1%) | 56 (93.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (100.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| Total | 528 (82.9%) | 704 (91.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shepherd
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shepherd show that 6.2% or 16 of the total 258 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 71.4%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 114 (95.0%) | 6 (5.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (28.6%) | 10 (71.4%) |
| Total | 242 (93.8%) | 16 (6.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shepherd
According to the poverty data in Shepherd, 35.0% or 14 single-father households and 14.7% or 5 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (50.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (45.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (18.8%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (35.0%) | 5 (14.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shepherd
The poverty data for Shepherd shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (6.2%) and 19 of the single-parent households (25.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (71.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (29.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 6 (5.0%) | 8 (29.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (25.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 10 (71.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16 (6.2%) | 19 (25.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Shepherd
Employment by Class of Employer in Shepherd
Among the 707 employed individuals in Shepherd, private company employees (466 | 65.9%), not-for-profit organizations (97 | 13.7%), and local government employees (63 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 466 | 65.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 10 | 1.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 15 | 2.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 97 | 13.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 63 | 8.9% |
| State Government Employees | 39 | 5.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 16 | 2.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.1% |
| Total | 707 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Shepherd
According to the labor force statistics for Shepherd, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,091), 65.8% or 718 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 97.8% or 89 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.8% or 4 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 61 (56.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 56 (55.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 89 (97.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 117 (92.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 135 (83.9%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 84 (73.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 83 (75.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 51 (53.7%) | 4 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 718 (65.8%) | 9 (1.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
According to labor force statistics for Shepherd, 80.1% of individuals (559) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (698) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 9 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.8% or 248 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 4 (22.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 140 (74.5%) | 7 (3.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 248 (90.8%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 167 (76.3%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| Total | 559 (80.1%) | 11 (1.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shepherd are Health Diagnosing & Treating (70 | 9.9%), Management (53 | 7.5%), Health Technologists (41 | 5.8%), Community & Social Service (37 | 5.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (22 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shepherd, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Management (84.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (80.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 8 (15.1%) | 45 (84.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 8 (42.1%) | 11 (57.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 12 (32.4%) | 25 (67.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 5 (25.0%) | 15 (75.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2 (20.0%) | 8 (80.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 14 (20.0%) | 56 (80.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 64 (31.8%) | 137 (68.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Shepherd are Food Preparation & Serving (59 | 8.3%), Healthcare Support (45 | 6.4%), Personal Care & Service (31 | 4.4%), Security & Protection (23 | 3.2%), and Law Enforcement (19 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Shepherd, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (83.9%), Law Enforcement (68.4%), and Security & Protection (65.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (75.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 15 (65.2%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 13 (68.4%) | 6 (31.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 29 (49.1%) | 30 (50.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 4 (25.0%) | 12 (75.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 26 (83.9%) | 5 (16.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 74 (42.5%) | 100 (57.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shepherd are Office & Administration (80 | 11.3%), and Sales & Related (68 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 20 (29.4%) | 48 (70.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 29 (36.2%) | 51 (63.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 49 (33.1%) | 99 (66.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shepherd are Construction & Extraction (32 | 4.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 4.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shepherd are Production (97 | 13.7%), Material Moving (16 | 2.3%), and Transportation (11 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 91 (93.8%) | 6 (6.2%) |
| Transportation | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 14 (87.5%) | 2 (12.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 116 (93.5%) | 8 (6.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherd
Employment Industries in Shepherd
The major employment industries in Shepherd include Health Care & Social Assistance (135 | 19.0%), Manufacturing (100 | 14.1%), Retail Trade (81 | 11.4%), Educational Services (67 | 9.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (57 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherd
The Shepherd industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (89.6%), Educational Services (76.1%), and Retail Trade (64.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 92 (92.0%) | 8 (8.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 7 (77.8%) | 2 (22.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 29 (35.8%) | 52 (64.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 23 (88.5%) | 3 (11.5%) |
| Utilities | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 14 (37.8%) | 23 (62.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 7 (87.5%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| Educational Services | 16 (23.9%) | 51 (76.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 14 (10.4%) | 121 (89.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 30 (63.8%) | 17 (36.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 29 (50.9%) | 28 (49.1%) |
| Public Administration | 13 (52.0%) | 12 (48.0%) |
| Total | 365 (51.5%) | 344 (48.5%) |
Education in Shepherd
School Enrollment in Shepherd
The most common levels of schooling among the 429 students in Shepherd are middle school (101 | 23.5%), college / undergraduate (92 | 21.4%), and high school (86 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 18 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 18 | 4.2% |
| Elementary School | 69 | 16.1% |
| Middle School | 101 | 23.5% |
| High School | 86 | 20.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 92 | 21.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 45 | 10.5% |
| Total | 429 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shepherd
Out of a total of 429 students who are enrolled in schools in Shepherd, 41 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 388 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (45.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 75 (96.2%) | 3 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 119 (95.2%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 51 (96.2%) | 2 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 41 (78.8%) | 11 (21.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 43 (91.5%) | 4 (8.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 20 (66.7%) | 10 (33.3%) |
| Total | 388 (90.4%) | 41 (9.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shepherd
Education (47 | 17.8%), business (44 | 16.7%), arts & humanities (28 | 10.6%), social sciences (27 | 10.2%), and communications (25 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 264 individuals in Shepherd who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 17 | 6.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 17 | 6.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 8 | 3.0% |
| Psychology | 13 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 27 | 10.2% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 17 | 6.4% |
| Business | 44 | 16.7% |
| Education | 47 | 17.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 7 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 8 | 3.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 6 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 25 | 9.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 28 | 10.6% |
| Total | 264 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Shepherd
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shepherd
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shepherd are males with 2 vehicles (183, accounting for 50.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (151, making up 53.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 21 (5.8%) | 69 (20.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 183 (50.4%) | 151 (44.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 85 (23.4%) | 71 (20.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 73 (20.1%) | 47 (13.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1 (0.3%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| Total | 363 (100.0%) | 342 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Shepherd
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shepherd are 15 to 19 minutes (243 commuters, 35.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (180 commuters, 26.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (79 commuters, 11.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 42 | 6.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 24 | 3.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 180 | 26.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 243 | 35.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 79 | 11.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 21 | 3.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 29 | 4.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 18 | 2.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 20 | 2.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 12 | 1.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 12 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Shepherd
The most common commute times in Shepherd are 15 to 19 minutes (120 commuters, 33.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (123 commuters, 37.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 8 (2.2%) | 34 (10.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 5 (1.4%) | 19 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 73 (20.5%) | 107 (32.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 120 (33.7%) | 123 (37.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 66 (18.5%) | 13 (3.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 19 (5.3%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 18 (5.1%) | 11 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 14 (3.9%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 8 (2.2%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 8 (2.2%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 11 (3.1%) | 1 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shepherd
The most frequent times of departure to work in Shepherd are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (87, 24.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (100, 30.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 42 (11.8%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 24 (6.7%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 33 (9.3%) | 8 (2.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 18 (5.1%) | 25 (7.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 33 (9.3%) | 24 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 87 (24.4%) | 26 (7.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 49 (13.8%) | 100 (30.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 19 (5.3%) | 19 (5.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (6.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 9 (2.5%) | 13 (3.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 8 (2.2%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 17 (4.8%) | 22 (6.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 17 (4.8%) | 58 (17.6%) |
| Total | 356 (100.0%) | 330 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Shepherd
Occupancy by Ownership in Shepherd
Of the total 506 dwellings in Shepherd, owner-occupied units account for 361 (71.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 145 (28.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 361 | 71.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 145 | 28.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 506 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Shepherd
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 125 | 24.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 144 | 28.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 123 | 24.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 114 | 22.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 506 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shepherd
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 69 (55.2%) | 56 (44.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 100 (69.4%) | 44 (30.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 100 (81.3%) | 23 (18.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 92 (80.7%) | 22 (19.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 361 (71.3%) | 145 (28.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 4 (30.8%) | 9 (69.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 128 (74.4%) | 44 (25.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 126 (74.6%) | 43 (25.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 103 (67.8%) | 49 (32.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shepherd
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 132 | 26.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 74 | 14.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 | 12.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 115 | 22.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 75 | 14.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 31 | 6.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 17 | 3.4% |
| Total | 506 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Shepherd
Median Income by Occupancy in Shepherd
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 361 (71.3%) | $80,804 |
| Renter-Occupied | 145 (28.7%) | $43,750 |
| Average | 506 (100.0%) | $75,000 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shepherd
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 2 (0.5%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5 (1.4%) | 10 (6.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 8 (2.2%) | 8 (5.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 8 (2.2%) | 25 (17.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 31 (8.6%) | 9 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 21 (5.8%) | 29 (20.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 63 (17.4%) | 29 (20.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 114 (31.6%) | 20 (13.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 86 (23.8%) | 10 (6.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 23 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shepherd
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 47 (13.0%) | 10 (6.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 58 (16.1%) | 54 (37.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 44 (12.2%) | 31 (21.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 169 (46.8%) | 43 (29.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 37 (10.2%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 3 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Shepherd
Housing Structures in Shepherd
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 389 | 76.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 20 | 4.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 28 | 5.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 51 | 10.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 6 | 1.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 11 | 2.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1 | 0.2% |
| Total | 506 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shepherd
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 343 (88.2%) | 46 (11.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 (90.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 361 (71.3%) | 145 (28.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shepherd
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2 (0.5%) | 39 (26.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 53 (14.7%) | 60 (41.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 184 (51.0%) | 30 (20.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 122 (33.8%) | 16 (11.0%) |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shepherd
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 331 (91.7%) | 88 (60.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 22 (6.1%) | 56 (38.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 4 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 4 (1.1%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Shepherd
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 2 (0.5%) | 11 (7.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 87 (24.1%) | 60 (41.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 169 (46.8%) | 62 (42.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 103 (28.5%) | 12 (8.3%) |
| Total | 361 (100.0%) | 145 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Shepherd
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shepherd
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 86 | 275 |
| Median Property Value | $139,800 | $146,800 |
| Median Household Income | $72,813 | $18 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $504 | $1 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,516 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 2 (2.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 25 (29.1%) | 33 (12.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 58 (67.4%) | 236 (85.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1 (1.2%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 275 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 15 (17.4%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 15 (17.4%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3 (3.5%) | 16 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17 (19.8%) | 18 (6.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 23 (26.7%) | 46 (16.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8 (9.3%) | 91 (33.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5 (5.8%) | 78 (28.4%) |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 275 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shepherd
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 35 (40.7%) | 83,456 (30,347.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 22 (25.6%) | 173 (62.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 11 (12.8%) | 53 (19.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 18 (20.9%) | 13 (4.7%) |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 275 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 6 (7.0%) | 16 (5.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 72 (83.7%) | 38 (13.8%) |
| Total | 86 (100.0%) | 275 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Shepherd
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 303 (99.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 146 (98.0%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 184 (95.8%) | 8 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 158 (98.1%) | 3 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 (91.2%) | 10 (8.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 182 (88.8%) | 23 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,362 (96.5%) | 49 (3.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shepherd
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 303 (99.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 146 (98.0%) | 3 (2.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shepherd
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 86 (96.6%) | 3 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 219 (96.5%) | 8 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 201 (95.3%) | 10 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 419 (96.3%) | 16 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 435 (97.3%) | 12 (2.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 48 (45.3%) | 61 (57.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 139 (45.6%) | 182 (59.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 29 (19.5%) | 123 (82.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 66 (34.4%) | 120 (62.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 33 (20.5%) | 143 (88.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (21.0%) | 93 (81.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 65 (31.7%) | 140 (68.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (91.0%) | 86 (77.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (100.0%) | 55 (80.9%) |
| Total | 573 (40.6%) | 1,003 (71.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shepherd
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (15.9%) | 9 (6.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (8.5%) | 14 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 58 (24.6%) | 44 (18.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (27.5%) | 9 (15.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (20.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shepherd
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 24 (10.2%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (5.9%) | 5 (8.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (20.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (1.3%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (1.6%) | 9 (6.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (3.4%) | 14 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (17.0%) | 38 (15.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (15.7%) | 4 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (8.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (2.5%) | 13 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (21.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Shepherd
Computing Device Access in Shepherd
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 420 | 83.0% |
| Smartphone | 445 | 87.9% |
| Tablet | 343 | 67.8% |
| No Computing Device | 25 | 4.9% |
| Total | 506 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Shepherd
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 404 | 79.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 57 | 11.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 12 | 2.4% |
| No Internet | 34 | 6.7% |
| Total | 506 | 100.0% |
Shepherd Summary
Shepherd, Michigan is a small village located in Isabella County in the central part of the state. It is situated on the Chippewa River, about 10 miles east of Mt. Pleasant. The village has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.
History
The area that is now Shepherd was first settled in 1855 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The village was originally known as "Shepherd's Corners" and was named after the first settler, John Shepherd. The village was incorporated in 1871 and was officially named Shepherd in 1875.
The village was a major stop on the Pere Marquette Railroad, which ran through the area from 1871 to 1971. The railroad was a major factor in the growth of the village, as it allowed for the transportation of goods and people to and from the area.
The village was also home to a number of industries, including a sawmill, a grist mill, a brickyard, and a furniture factory. These industries provided employment for many of the residents of the village.
Geography
Shepherd is located in Isabella County, in the central part of the state. It is situated on the Chippewa River, about 10 miles east of Mt. Pleasant. The village has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The village is located in a rural area, with the nearest major city being Lansing, which is about 50 miles to the east. The village is also close to the cities of Mt. Pleasant and Midland, which are both about 20 miles away.
Economy
The economy of Shepherd is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The village is home to a number of farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The village also has a number of manufacturing businesses, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, automotive parts, and plastic products.
The village also has a number of retail businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a number of restaurants. The village also has a number of service businesses, including a bank, a post office, and a number of medical and dental offices.
Demographics
According to the 2010 census, the population of Shepherd was 1,845 people. The village has a median age of 38.7 years, with 51.2% of the population being male and 48.8% being female. The median household income is $41,944, and the median family income is $50,917.
The village is predominantly white, with 94.2% of the population being white and 5.8% being of other races. The village also has a small Hispanic population, with 2.2% of the population being Hispanic or Latino.
Conclusion
Shepherd, Michigan is a small village located in Isabella County in the central part of the state. It is situated on the Chippewa River, about 10 miles east of Mt. Pleasant. The village has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census. The economy of the village is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the village is predominantly white. Shepherd is a small, rural village with a rich history and a bright future.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Shepherd?
Total Population of Shepherd is 1,415.
What is the Total Male Population of Shepherd?
Total Male Population of Shepherd is 641.
What is the Total Female Population of Shepherd?
Total Female Population of Shepherd is 774.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shepherd?
There are 82.82 Males per 100 Females in Shepherd.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shepherd?
There are 120.75 Females per 100 Males in Shepherd.
What is the Median Population Age in Shepherd?
Median Population Age in Shepherd is 32.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shepherd
Average Family Size in Shepherd is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shepherd
Average Household Size in Shepherd is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shepherd?
Per Capita income in Shepherd is $28,042.
What is the Median Family Income in Shepherd?
Median Family Income in Shepherd is $83,382.
What is the Median Household income in Shepherd?
Median Household Income in Shepherd is $75,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shepherd?
Income or Wage Gap in Shepherd is 20.0%.
Women in Shepherd earn 80.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherd?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherd is 0.32.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shepherd?
There are 718 People in the Labor Forcein in Shepherd.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shepherd?
65.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Shepherd.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shepherd?
Unemployment Rate in Shepherd is 1.3%.