Shepherd, MT

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Shepherd Overview

772
TOTAL POPULATION
374
MALE POPULATION
398
FEMALE POPULATION
93.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,144
PER CAPITA INCOME
$149,800
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$125,179
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
394
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
73.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Shepherd Zip Codes

Shepherd Area Codes

Race in Shepherd

The most populous races in Shepherd are White / Caucasian (662 | 85.8%), and Native / Alaskan (110 | 14.2%).
Race in Shepherd
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan11014.2%
White / Caucasian66285.8%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total772100.0%

Ancestry in Shepherd

The most populous ancestries reported in Shepherd are German (292 | 37.8%), Irish (180 | 23.3%), Cree (110 | 14.2%), Hungarian (50 | 6.5%), and Norwegian (26 | 3.4%), together accounting for 85.2% of all Shepherd residents.
Ancestry in Shepherd
Ancestry# Population% Population
American172.2%
Cree11014.2%
Czech70.9%
Dutch70.9%
English212.7%
French151.9%
German29237.8%
Hungarian506.5%
Irish18023.3%
Northern European91.2%
Norwegian263.4%
Russian91.2%
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Immigrants in Shepherd

Immigrants in Shepherd
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Shepherd

Sex and Age in Shepherd

The most populous age groups in Shepherd are Under 5 Years (54 | 14.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (81 | 20.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shepherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (14.4%)27 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Years48 (12.8%)10 (2.5%)
10 to 14 Years19 (5.1%)81 (20.3%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years28 (7.5%)31 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years34 (9.1%)25 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years5 (1.3%)13 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Years12 (3.2%)56 (14.1%)
45 to 49 Years48 (12.8%)70 (17.6%)
50 to 54 Years49 (13.1%)43 (10.8%)
55 to 59 Years9 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years7 (1.9%)23 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years45 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years9 (2.4%)19 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years7 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total374 (100.0%)398 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shepherd

Median Family Size in Shepherd

Median Family Size in Shepherd
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple186 (93.9%)3.57
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother12 (6.1%)2.58
Total Families198 (100.0%)3.51

Median Household Size in Shepherd

Median Household Size in Shepherd
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple186 (67.6%)3.57
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother12 (4.4%)2.58
Non-family77 (28.0%)-
Total Households275 (100.0%)2.81

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shepherd

Out of a total of 275 households in Shepherd, 198 (72.0%) are family households, while 77 (28.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 94, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 77.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shepherd
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-77 (28.0%)
2-Person Households94 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households38 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households35 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households22 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households9 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total198 (72.0%)77 (28.0%)

Female Fertility in Shepherd

Fertility by Age in Shepherd

Female Fertility by Age in Shepherd
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shepherd

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shepherd
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Shepherd

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shepherd
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shepherd

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shepherd
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Shepherd

Income Overview in Shepherd

Per Capita Income in Shepherd is $41,144, while median incomes of families and households are $149,800 and $125,179 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income772$41,144
Median Family Income198$149,800
Mean Family Income198$150,782
Median Household Income275$125,179
Mean Household Income275$121,248
Income Deficit198$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7720.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)772100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7720.38

Earnings by Sex in Shepherd

Earnings by Sex in Shepherd
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male208 (50.0%)$83,833
Female208 (50.0%)$0
Total416 (100.0%)$53,900

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shepherd

The most common earnings brackets in Shepherd are $100,000+ for men (67 | 32.2%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (52 | 25.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shepherd
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9997 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)22 (10.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49940 (19.2%)43 (20.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)28 (13.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)18 (8.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)10 (4.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99926 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)25 (12.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99915 (7.2%)3 (1.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (25.5%)52 (25.0%)
$100,000+67 (32.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total208 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shepherd

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$84,583$0
College or Associate's Degree$58,036$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$85,000$0

Family Income in Shepherd

Family Income Brackets in Shepherd

According to the Shepherd family income data, there are 79 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Shepherd
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999126.1%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999147.1%
$75,000 to $99,999178.6%
$100,000 to $149,9995829.3%
$150,000 to $199,9997939.9%
$200,000+189.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shepherd

2-person families (94 | 47.5%) account for the highest median family income in Shepherd with $178,606 per family, while 2-person families (94 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $89,303 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shepherd
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families94 (47.5%)$178,606
3-Person Families38 (19.2%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families35 (17.7%)$0
6-Person Families22 (11.1%)$0
7+ Person Families9 (4.5%)$0
Total198 (100.0%)$149,800

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shepherd

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shepherd
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7 (3.5%)$0
1 Earner43 (21.7%)$0
2 Earners121 (61.1%)$177,957
3+ Earners27 (13.6%)$0
Total198 (100.0%)$149,800

Household Income in Shepherd

Household Income Brackets in Shepherd

With 79 households falling in the category, the $150,000 to $199,999 income range is the most frequent in Shepherd, accounting for 28.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Shepherd
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999176.2%
$15,000 to $24,9994215.3%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999124.4%
$50,000 to $74,999145.1%
$75,000 to $99,999269.5%
$100,000 to $149,9996724.4%
$150,000 to $199,9997928.7%
$200,000+186.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shepherd

The median household income in Shepherd is $125,179, with the highest median household income of $161,019 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 172 households (62.5%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shepherd
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years49 (17.8%)$100,433
45 to 64 Years172 (62.5%)$161,019
65+ Years54 (19.6%)$0
Total275 (100.0%)$125,179

Poverty in Shepherd

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd

With 9.6% poverty level for males and 3.0% for females among the residents of Shepherd, 12 to 14 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (100.0%) and 12 females (17.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)12 (17.4%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (31.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (9.6%)12 (3.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd

According to the poverty statistics in Shepherd, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)
5 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years30 (76.9%)10 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years28 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years34 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years17 (100.0%)57 (82.6%)
45 to 54 Years97 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years16 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (68.5%)19 (100.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (90.4%)386 (97.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shepherd

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shepherd
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shepherd

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shepherd
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shepherd

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shepherd
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Shepherd

Employment by Class of Employer in Shepherd

Among the 364 employed individuals in Shepherd, private company employees (287 | 78.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (43 | 11.8%), and self-employed (incorporated) (19 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shepherd
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees28778.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)195.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4311.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees154.1%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total364100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shepherd

According to the labor force statistics for Shepherd, out of the total population over 16 years of age (533), 73.9% or 394 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 59 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 42.4% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Shepherd
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years59 (100.0%)25 (42.4%)
35 to 44 Years42 (48.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years188 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years21 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total394 (73.9%)25 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shepherd

According to labor force statistics for Shepherd, 81.0% of individuals (319) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (394) are in the labor force, with 7.8% or 25 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 22 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 22.3% or 25 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma78 (70.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree112 (77.8%)32 (22.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher107 (90.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total319 (81.0%)31 (7.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Shepherd

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shepherd are Management (113 | 30.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (18 | 4.9%), Health Technologists (18 | 4.9%), Business & Financial (13 | 3.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (8 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Shepherd

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%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Management61 (54.0%)52 (46.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)87 (54.7%)72 (45.3%)
Total (Overall)208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shepherd are , and Cleaning & Maintenance (19 | 5.1%).
Services Occupations in Shepherd

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance7 (36.8%)12 (63.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (36.8%)12 (63.2%)
Total (Overall)208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shepherd are Sales & Related (80 | 21.7%), and Office & Administration (25 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Shepherd

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related28 (35.0%)52 (65.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total (Category)28 (26.7%)77 (73.3%)
Total (Overall)208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shepherd are , and Construction & Extraction (16 | 4.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Shepherd

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shepherd are Production (30 | 8.1%), Material Moving (26 | 7.0%), and Transportation (14 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shepherd

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shepherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Production30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherd

Employment Industries in Shepherd

The major employment industries in Shepherd include Retail Trade (80 | 21.7%), Manufacturing (65 | 17.6%), Finance & Insurance (59 | 16.0%), Construction (56 | 15.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (39 | 10.6%).
Employment Industries in Shepherd

Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherd

The Shepherd industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (75.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherd
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade28 (35.0%)52 (65.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (24.1%)22 (75.9%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance18 (46.2%)21 (53.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total208 (56.4%)161 (43.6%)

Education in Shepherd

School Enrollment in Shepherd

The most common levels of schooling among the 177 students in Shepherd are middle school (72 | 40.7%), elementary school (49 | 27.7%), and nursery / preschool (19 | 10.7%).
School Enrollment in Shepherd
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1910.7%
Kindergarten1810.2%
Elementary School4927.7%
Middle School7240.7%
High School1910.7%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total177100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shepherd

Out of a total of 177 students who are enrolled in schools in Shepherd, 10 (5.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 167 (94.4%) 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 10 (52.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 58 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shepherd
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (47.4%)10 (52.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total167 (94.4%)10 (5.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shepherd

Visual & performing arts (52 | 27.4%), communications (52 | 27.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (27 | 14.2%), business (22 | 11.6%), and psychology (18 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 190 individuals in Shepherd who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shepherd
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2714.2%
Physical & Health Sciences126.3%
Psychology189.5%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business2211.6%
Education73.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts5227.4%
Communications5227.4%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total190100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shepherd

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shepherd

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shepherd are males with 5 or more vehicles (67, accounting for 33.0%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (34, making up 41.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shepherd
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle26 (12.8%)21 (13.0%)
2 Vehicles7 (3.5%)19 (11.8%)
3 Vehicles63 (31.0%)69 (42.9%)
4 Vehicles40 (19.7%)18 (11.2%)
5 or more Vehicles67 (33.0%)34 (21.1%)
Total203 (100.0%)161 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shepherd

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shepherd are 20 to 24 minutes (77 commuters, 25.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (73 commuters, 24.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (59 commuters, 19.5%).
Commute Time in Shepherd
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes72.3%
10 to 14 Minutes227.3%
15 to 19 Minutes5919.5%
20 to 24 Minutes7725.5%
25 to 29 Minutes93.0%
30 to 34 Minutes7324.2%
35 to 39 Minutes124.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes93.0%
60 to 89 Minutes278.9%
90 or more Minutes72.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Shepherd

The most common commute times in Shepherd are 20 to 24 minutes (56 commuters, 27.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (31 commuters, 31.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Shepherd
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes22 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes28 (13.8%)31 (31.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes56 (27.6%)21 (21.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes9 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes45 (22.2%)28 (28.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (12.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes27 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shepherd

The most frequent times of departure to work in Shepherd are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (56, 27.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (31, 31.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shepherd
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM9 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM56 (27.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM9 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM18 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM39 (19.2%)31 (31.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (7.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM22 (10.8%)30 (30.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM28 (13.8%)31 (31.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total203 (100.0%)99 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shepherd

Occupancy by Ownership in Shepherd

Of the total 275 dwellings in Shepherd, owner-occupied units account for 263 (95.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 12 (4.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shepherd
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units26395.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units124.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units275100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shepherd

Occupancy by Household Size in Shepherd
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7728.0%
2-Person Household9434.2%
3-Person Household3813.8%
4+ Person Household6624.0%
Total Housing Units275100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shepherd

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shepherd
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household26 (68.4%)12 (31.6%)
4+ Person Household66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units263 (95.6%)12 (4.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shepherd

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shepherd
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree98 (89.1%)12 (10.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shepherd

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shepherd
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3412.4%
35 to 44 Years155.4%
45 to 54 Years14050.9%
55 to 64 Years3211.6%
65 to 74 Years4717.1%
75 to 84 Years72.5%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total275100.0%

Housing Finances in Shepherd

Median Income by Occupancy in Shepherd

Median Income by Occupancy in Shepherd
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied263 (95.6%)$127,321
Renter-Occupied12 (4.4%)$0
Average275 (100.0%)$125,179

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shepherd

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shepherd
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (8.0%)12 (100.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99914 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99967 (25.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more97 (36.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shepherd

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shepherd
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30017 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49950 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7998 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99990 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49916 (6.1%)12 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99943 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49936 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shepherd

Housing Structures in Shepherd

Housing Structures in Shepherd
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14452.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other13147.6%
Total275100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shepherd

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shepherd
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached132 (91.7%)12 (8.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (95.6%)12 (4.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shepherd

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shepherd
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms121 (46.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms77 (29.3%)12 (100.0%)
8 or more Rooms65 (24.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shepherd

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shepherd
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas154 (58.6%)12 (100.0%)
Electricity58 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels51 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shepherd

Household Vehicle Usage in Shepherd
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle63 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles19 (7.2%)12 (100.0%)
3 or more Vehicles181 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shepherd

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shepherd

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units131132
Median Property Value$115,000$320,800
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs--
Real Estate Taxes$990$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shepherd

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00021 (16.0%)8 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)9 (6.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99998 (74.8%)34 (25.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99912 (9.2%)81 (61.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total131 (100.0%)132 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shepherd

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99938 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)9 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)7 (5.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99922 (16.8%)26 (19.7%)
$150,000 or more52 (39.7%)45 (34.1%)
Total131 (100.0%)132 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shepherd

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shepherd
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x95 (72.5%)102,308 (77,506.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)42 (31.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)48 (36.4%)
4.0x or more36 (27.5%)26 (19.7%)
Total131 (100.0%)132 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shepherd

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shepherd
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80038 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49981 (61.8%)17 (12.9%)
$800 to $1,49912 (9.2%)26 (19.7%)
Total131 (100.0%)132 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Shepherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years132 (94.3%)8 (5.7%)
19 to 25 Years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years51 (86.4%)8 (13.6%)
35 to 44 Years53 (61.6%)33 (38.4%)
45 to 54 Years188 (89.5%)22 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total701 (90.8%)71 (9.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shepherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shepherd
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen132 (94.3%)8 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shepherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shepherd
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00078 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99912 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99929 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999149 (85.1%)26 (14.9%)
$100,000 and over433 (90.6%)45 (9.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherd
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 618 (18.2%)81 (81.8%)
6 to 18 Years75 (53.6%)76 (54.3%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years26 (44.1%)51 (86.4%)
35 to 44 Years12 (14.0%)41 (47.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)188 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years9 (23.1%)30 (76.9%)
65 to 74 Years73 (100.0%)56 (76.7%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total220 (28.5%)589 (76.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shepherd

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shepherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shepherd

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Shepherd: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shepherd: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shepherd: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shepherd: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shepherd: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Shepherd

Computing Device Access in Shepherd

Computing Device Access in Shepherd
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop275100.0%
Smartphone275100.0%
Tablet19269.8%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total275100.0%

Internet Access in Shepherd

Internet Access in Shepherd
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home19069.1%
Cellular Data Only8530.9%
Satellite Internet5419.6%
No Internet00.0%
Total275100.0%

Shepherd Summary

Shepherd, Montana is a small town located in Yellowstone County, in the south-central part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Yellowstone River, about 20 miles east of Billings. The town was founded in 1882 and has a population of about 1,500 people.
The area around Shepherd was first inhabited by Native Americans, including the Crow, Cheyenne, and Sioux tribes. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1882. The town was named after a local rancher, William Shepherd, who had a large ranch in the area.
The economy of Shepherd is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several large farms and ranches, as well as a number of smaller family-owned operations. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
The climate in Shepherd is typical of the northern Great Plains, with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is around 45 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 16 inches.
The population of Shepherd is mostly white, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, and Hispanics. The median household income is around $45,000, and the median home value is around $150,000. The town has a low unemployment rate, and the poverty rate is below the national average.
Shepherd is served by the Shepherd School District, which includes two elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. The town also has a public library, a post office, and a few churches.
Shepherd is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It is a great place to live and raise a family, and it offers a variety of activities and attractions for visitors. From its beautiful scenery to its friendly people, Shepherd is a great place to call home.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shepherd?
Total Population of Shepherd is 772.
What is the Total Male Population of Shepherd?
Total Male Population of Shepherd is 374.
What is the Total Female Population of Shepherd?
Total Female Population of Shepherd is 398.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shepherd?
There are 93.97 Males per 100 Females in Shepherd.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shepherd?
There are 106.42 Females per 100 Males in Shepherd.
What is the Median Population Age in Shepherd?
Median Population Age in Shepherd is 40.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shepherd
Average Family Size in Shepherd is 3.5 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 $41,144.
What is the Median Family Income in Shepherd?
Median Family Income in Shepherd is $149,800.
What is the Median Household income in Shepherd?
Median Household Income in Shepherd is $125,179.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherd?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherd is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shepherd?
There are 394 People in the Labor Forcein in Shepherd.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shepherd?
73.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Shepherd.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shepherd?
Unemployment Rate in Shepherd is 6.3%.