Shelter Cove, CA

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Shelter Cove Overview

500
TOTAL POPULATION
327
MALE POPULATION
173
FEMALE POPULATION
189.02
MALES / 100 FEMALES
52.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
65.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,460
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,732
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
194
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
38.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Race in Shelter Cove

The most populous races in Shelter Cove are White / Caucasian (454 | 90.8%), Black / African American (37 | 7.4%), and Two or more Races (9 | 1.8%).
Race in Shelter Cove
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American377.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian45490.8%
Two or more Races91.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total500100.0%

Ancestry in Shelter Cove

The most populous ancestries reported in Shelter Cove are English (94 | 18.8%), Northern European (59 | 11.8%), Irish (48 | 9.6%), Italian (46 | 9.2%), and German (30 | 6.0%), together accounting for 55.4% of all Shelter Cove residents.
Ancestry in Shelter Cove
Ancestry# Population% Population
Cherokee91.8%
Czech71.4%
English9418.8%
European81.6%
German306.0%
Irish489.6%
Italian469.2%
Northern European5911.8%
Polish173.4%
Welsh122.4%
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Immigrants in Shelter Cove

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shelter Cove came from Europe (11 | 2.2%), Czechoslovakia (7 | 1.4%), Eastern Europe (7 | 1.4%), Northern Europe (4 | 0.8%), and Scotland (4 | 0.8%), together accounting for 6.6% of all Shelter Cove residents.
Immigrants in Shelter Cove
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Czechoslovakia71.4%
Eastern Europe71.4%
Europe112.2%
Northern Europe40.8%
Scotland40.8%
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Sex and Age in Shelter Cove

Sex and Age in Shelter Cove

The most populous age groups in Shelter Cove are 70 to 74 Years (126 | 38.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (54 | 31.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shelter Cove
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)54 (31.2%)
25 to 29 Years35 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years83 (25.4%)37 (21.4%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years4 (1.2%)8 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years9 (2.8%)12 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years23 (7.0%)22 (12.7%)
70 to 74 Years126 (38.5%)30 (17.3%)
75 to 79 Years17 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years8 (2.5%)10 (5.8%)
85 Years and over17 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shelter Cove

Median Family Size in Shelter Cove

Median Family Size in Shelter Cove
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple59 (95.2%)2.03
Single Male/Father3 (4.8%)2.67
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families62 (100.0%)2.06

Median Household Size in Shelter Cove

Median Household Size in Shelter Cove
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple59 (17.2%)2.03
Single Male/Father3 (0.9%)2.67
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family281 (81.9%)1.32
Total Households343 (100.0%)1.46

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shelter Cove

Out of a total of 343 households in Shelter Cove, 62 (18.1%) are family households, while 281 (81.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 62, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 223.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shelter Cove
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-223 (65.0%)
2-Person Households62 (18.1%)58 (16.9%)
3-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total62 (18.1%)281 (81.9%)

Female Fertility in Shelter Cove

Fertility by Age in Shelter Cove

Female Fertility by Age in Shelter Cove
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 Shelter Cove

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shelter Cove
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 Shelter Cove

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shelter Cove
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 Shelter Cove

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shelter Cove
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 Shelter Cove

Income Overview in Shelter Cove

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income500$35,460
Median Family Income62$0
Mean Family Income62$117,826
Median Household Income343$41,732
Mean Household Income343$51,215
Income Deficit62$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5000.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)500100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5000.42

Earnings by Sex in Shelter Cove

Earnings by Sex in Shelter Cove
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male195 (96.1%)$0
Female8 (3.9%)$0
Total203 (100.0%)$16,607

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shelter Cove

The most common earnings brackets in Shelter Cove are $10,000 to $12,499 for men (88 | 45.1%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (8 | 100.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shelter Cove
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (4.6%)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 $12,49988 (45.1%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4997 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99929 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99923 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99935 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$43,859$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Shelter Cove

Family Income Brackets in Shelter Cove

According to the Shelter Cove family income data, there are 30 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 48.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Shelter Cove
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9993048.4%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99934.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992946.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shelter Cove

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shelter Cove
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families62 (100.0%)$0
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total62 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shelter Cove

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shelter Cove
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners30 (48.4%)$0
1 Earner32 (51.6%)$0
2 Earners0 (0.0%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total62 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Shelter Cove

Household Income Brackets in Shelter Cove

With 123 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Shelter Cove, accounting for 35.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Shelter Cove
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000123.5%
$10,000 to $14,9998324.2%
$15,000 to $24,999154.4%
$25,000 to $34,99941.2%
$35,000 to $49,99912335.9%
$50,000 to $74,9996519.0%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,99930.9%
$150,000 to $199,9993811.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shelter Cove

The median household income in Shelter Cove is $41,732, with the highest median household income of $41,024 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 116 households (33.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shelter Cove
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years35 (10.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years116 (33.8%)$41,024
65+ Years192 (56.0%)$0
Total343 (100.0%)$41,732

Poverty in Shelter Cove

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelter Cove

With 2.1% poverty level for males and 59.5% for females among the residents of Shelter Cove, 75 year old and over males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (16.7%) and 54 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelter Cove
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)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%)54 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (60.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (2.1%)103 (59.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelter Cove

According to the poverty statistics in Shelter Cove, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 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 Shelter Cove
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)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 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years13 (100.0%)8 (40.0%)
65 to 74 Years149 (100.0%)52 (100.0%)
75 Years and over35 (83.3%)10 (100.0%)
Total320 (97.9%)70 (40.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shelter Cove

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shelter Cove
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shelter Cove

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

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

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

Employment Characteristics in Shelter Cove

Employment by Class of Employer in Shelter Cove

Among the 187 employed individuals in Shelter Cove, self-employed (not incorporated) (87 | 46.5%), local government employees (64 | 34.2%), and private company employees (36 | 19.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shelter Cove
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3619.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)8746.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees6434.2%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total187100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shelter Cove

Employment Status by Age in Shelter Cove
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years52 (25.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma88 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree47 (79.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total135 (69.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shelter Cove are Computers, Engineering & Science (35 | 18.0%), Computers & Mathematics (35 | 18.0%), Community & Social Service (8 | 4.1%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (8 | 4.1%), and Management (4 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Shelter Cove

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shelter Cove, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)39 (83.0%)8 (17.0%)
Total (Overall)186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shelter Cove are Healthcare Support (83 | 42.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (23 | 11.9%).
Services Occupations in Shelter Cove

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support83 (100.0%)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 & Serving23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

Sales and Office Occupations in Shelter Cove

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shelter Cove are , and Construction & Extraction (7 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Shelter Cove

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shelter Cove are Production (29 | 14.9%), and Material Moving (5 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shelter Cove

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shelter Cove
OccupationMaleFemale
Production29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shelter Cove

Employment Industries in Shelter Cove

The major employment industries in Shelter Cove include Public Administration (35 | 18.0%), Utilities (29 | 14.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (23 | 11.9%), Construction (11 | 5.7%), and Retail Trade (8 | 4.1%).
Employment Industries in Shelter Cove

Employment Industries by Sex in Shelter Cove

Employment Industries by Sex in Shelter Cove
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)

Education in Shelter Cove

School Enrollment in Shelter Cove

School Enrollment in Shelter Cove
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School00.0%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total00.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shelter Cove

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shelter Cove
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)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%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shelter Cove

Literature & languages (30 | 37.0%), social sciences (24 | 29.6%), education (10 | 12.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (7 | 8.6%), and business (7 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 81 individuals in Shelter Cove who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shelter Cove
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural78.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology33.7%
Social Sciences2429.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business78.6%
Education1012.3%
Literature & Languages3037.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total81100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shelter Cove

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shelter Cove

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shelter Cove are males with 1 vehicle (156, accounting for 87.2%) and females with 1 vehicle (8, making up 1,950.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shelter Cove
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle156 (87.2%)8 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 Vehicles23 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total179 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shelter Cove

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shelter Cove are 45 to 59 minutes (111 commuters, 62.0%), less than 5 minutes (35 commuters, 19.6%), and 60 to 89 minutes (29 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Shelter Cove
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3519.6%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes42.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes11162.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2916.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Shelter Cove

Commute Time by Sex in Shelter Cove
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes35 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes4 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes111 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes29 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shelter Cove

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shelter Cove
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM29 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM35 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM106 (59.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Ownership in Shelter Cove

Of the total 343 dwellings in Shelter Cove, owner-occupied units account for 308 (89.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 35 (10.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shelter Cove
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30889.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3510.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units343100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Household Size in Shelter Cove
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22365.0%
2-Person Household12035.0%
3-Person Household00.0%
4+ Person Household00.0%
Total Housing Units343100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shelter Cove
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household85 (70.8%)35 (29.2%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units308 (89.8%)35 (10.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shelter Cove
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree123 (77.8%)35 (22.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shelter Cove
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3510.2%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years8324.2%
55 to 64 Years339.6%
65 to 74 Years15043.7%
75 to 84 Years257.3%
85 Years and Over175.0%
Total343100.0%

Housing Finances in Shelter Cove

Median Income by Occupancy in Shelter Cove

Median Income by Occupancy in Shelter Cove
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied308 (89.8%)$41,205
Renter-Occupied35 (10.2%)$0
Average343 (100.0%)$41,732

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shelter Cove

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shelter Cove
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99983 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999123 (39.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (9.7%)35 (100.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more38 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shelter Cove

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shelter Cove
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49929 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799103 (33.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99927 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49924 (7.8%)35 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99976 (24.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49925 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99917 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shelter Cove

Housing Structures in Shelter Cove

Housing Structures in Shelter Cove
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30889.8%
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 / Other3510.2%
Total343100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shelter Cove

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shelter Cove
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached308 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 / Other0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Total308 (89.8%)35 (10.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shelter Cove

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shelter Cove
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms38 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms96 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms99 (32.1%)35 (100.0%)
8 or more Rooms75 (24.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shelter Cove

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shelter Cove
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas61 (19.8%)35 (100.0%)
Electricity108 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels139 (45.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shelter Cove

Household Vehicle Usage in Shelter Cove
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle238 (77.3%)35 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles17 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles45 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shelter Cove

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shelter Cove

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units183125
Median Property Value$446,300$382,200
Median Household Income$41,822$0
Monthly Housing Costs$743$0
Real Estate Taxes$3,457$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9997 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999149 (81.4%)76 (60.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99927 (14.7%)32 (25.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)17 (13.6%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total183 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99915 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (2.2%)83 (66.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999106 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (4.4%)17 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)22 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more38 (20.8%)3 (2.4%)
Total183 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shelter Cove

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shelter Cove
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x29 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more145 (79.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total183 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shelter Cove
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4997 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499176 (96.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total183 (100.0%)125 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Shelter Cove

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelter Cove

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelter Cove
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (69.2%)37 (30.8%)
55 to 64 Years29 (87.9%)4 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years201 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (91.8%)41 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shelter Cove

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shelter Cove
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shelter Cove

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shelter Cove
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999123 (75.0%)41 (25.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelter Cove

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelter Cove
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (27.3%)20 (60.6%)
65 to 74 Years201 (100.0%)178 (88.6%)
75 Years and over35 (67.3%)28 (53.8%)
Total382 (76.4%)266 (53.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shelter Cove

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shelter Cove
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%)54 (100.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)37 (64.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (42.3%)
75 Years and over7 (16.7%)10 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shelter Cove

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Shelter Cove: <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 Years0 (0.0%)37 (64.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (42.3%)
75 Years and over7 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shelter Cove: <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 Years0 (0.0%)37 (64.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shelter Cove: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)37 (64.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shelter Cove: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
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%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shelter Cove: <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 Shelter Cove

Computing Device Access in Shelter Cove

Computing Device Access in Shelter Cove
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22465.3%
Smartphone20359.2%
Tablet12135.3%
No Computing Device175.0%
Total343100.0%

Internet Access in Shelter Cove

Internet Access in Shelter Cove
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet92.6%
Broadband Home10530.6%
Cellular Data Only72.0%
Satellite Internet10931.8%
No Internet12335.9%
Total343100.0%

Shelter Cove Summary

Shelter Cove is a small unincorporated community located in Humboldt County, California. It is situated on the Lost Coast, a rugged and isolated stretch of coastline that is the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the contiguous United States. The community is located on the Pacific Ocean, approximately 20 miles south of Eureka and is home to approximately 500 people.

History

The area now known as Shelter Cove was first inhabited by the Sinkyone Indians, who lived in the area for thousands of years. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially established in 1883. The town was originally called “Shelter Cove” because of the sheltered cove that was located nearby.
The town was initially a fishing and logging community, and the local economy was largely based on these industries. In the early 1900s, the town began to attract tourists, and the local economy shifted to focus on tourism. The town was also home to a number of resorts, which attracted visitors from all over the world.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the logging industry declined and the resorts closed. The town was largely abandoned until the 1970s, when it began to attract a new wave of visitors. The town was revitalized in the 1980s, and today it is a popular tourist destination.

Geography

Shelter Cove is located on the Lost Coast, a rugged and isolated stretch of coastline that is the longest stretch of undeveloped coastline in the contiguous United States. The town is situated on the Pacific Ocean, approximately 20 miles south of Eureka. The town is surrounded by the King Range National Conservation Area, which is home to a variety of wildlife and plant species.
The town is located in a temperate rainforest climate, and the area receives an average of over 100 inches of rain per year. The area is also known for its foggy and cloudy weather, which is caused by the cold ocean currents that flow along the coast.

Economy

The local economy of Shelter Cove is largely based on tourism. The town is home to a number of resorts, restaurants, and shops that cater to visitors. The town is also home to a number of charter fishing boats, which offer visitors the opportunity to go fishing in the nearby waters.
The town is also home to a number of art galleries, which feature the work of local artists. The town is also home to a number of wineries, which produce a variety of wines from the local grapes.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Shelter Cove was 498. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 90% of the population identifying as white. The town is also home to a small Hispanic population, with approximately 5% of the population identifying as Hispanic. The town is also home to a small Native American population, with approximately 2% of the population identifying as Native American. The median household income in the town is approximately $45,000, and the median home value is approximately $250,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shelter Cove?
Total Population of Shelter Cove is 500.
What is the Total Male Population of Shelter Cove?
Total Male Population of Shelter Cove is 327.
What is the Total Female Population of Shelter Cove?
Total Female Population of Shelter Cove is 173.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shelter Cove?
There are 189.02 Males per 100 Females in Shelter Cove.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shelter Cove?
There are 52.91 Females per 100 Males in Shelter Cove.
What is the Median Population Age in Shelter Cove?
Median Population Age in Shelter Cove is 65.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shelter Cove
Average Family Size in Shelter Cove is 2.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shelter Cove
Average Household Size in Shelter Cove is 1.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shelter Cove?
Per Capita income in Shelter Cove is $35,460.
What is the Median Household income in Shelter Cove?
Median Household Income in Shelter Cove is $41,732.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shelter Cove?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shelter Cove is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shelter Cove?
There are 194 People in the Labor Forcein in Shelter Cove.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shelter Cove?
38.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Shelter Cove.