Shirley, MA

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Shirley Overview

1,359
TOTAL POPULATION
728
MALE POPULATION
631
FEMALE POPULATION
115.37
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
53.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$40,744
PER CAPITA INCOME
$125,568
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$85,119
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
878
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
72.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Shirley Zip Codes

Shirley Area Codes

Race in Shirley

The most populous races in Shirley are White / Caucasian (1,298 | 95.5%), Hispanic or Latino (109 | 8.0%), and Black / African American (61 | 4.5%).
Race in Shirley
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American614.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1098.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,29895.5%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,359100.0%

Ancestry in Shirley

The most populous ancestries reported in Shirley are Irish (400 | 29.4%), Scottish (240 | 17.7%), English (196 | 14.4%), American (193 | 14.2%), and Italian (166 | 12.2%), together accounting for 87.9% of all Shirley residents.
Ancestry in Shirley
Ancestry# Population% Population
American19314.2%
British1047.6%
Colombian1098.0%
English19614.4%
French282.1%
French Canadian1259.2%
German15611.5%
Irish40029.4%
Italian16612.2%
Lithuanian161.2%
Polish664.9%
Romanian443.2%
Russian483.5%
Scottish24017.7%
South American1098.0%
Swedish312.3%
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Immigrants in Shirley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shirley came from Colombia (61 | 4.5%), Latin America (61 | 4.5%), South America (61 | 4.5%), Canada (46 | 3.4%), and Europe (25 | 1.8%), together accounting for 18.7% of all Shirley residents.
Immigrants in Shirley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada463.4%
Colombia614.5%
Europe251.8%
Germany251.8%
Latin America614.5%
South America614.5%
Western Europe251.8%
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Sex and Age in Shirley

Sex and Age in Shirley

The most populous age groups in Shirley are 60 to 64 Years (168 | 23.1%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (155 | 24.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shirley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)26 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)26 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years27 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years14 (1.9%)17 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)14 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Years70 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)155 (24.6%)
40 to 44 Years73 (10.0%)25 (4.0%)
45 to 49 Years78 (10.7%)14 (2.2%)
50 to 54 Years16 (2.2%)67 (10.6%)
55 to 59 Years92 (12.6%)37 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years168 (23.1%)94 (14.9%)
65 to 69 Years63 (8.6%)16 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years16 (2.2%)15 (2.4%)
75 to 79 Years14 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)37 (5.9%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)88 (14.0%)
Total728 (100.0%)631 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shirley

Median Family Size in Shirley

Median Family Size in Shirley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple338 (100.0%)2.79
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families338 (100.0%)2.79

Median Household Size in Shirley

Median Household Size in Shirley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple338 (48.3%)2.79
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family362 (51.7%)1.15
Total Households700 (100.0%)1.94

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shirley

Out of a total of 700 households in Shirley, 338 (48.3%) are family households, while 362 (51.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 176, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 333.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shirley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-333 (47.6%)
2-Person Households176 (25.1%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households107 (15.3%)29 (4.1%)
4-Person Households29 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households26 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (48.3%)362 (51.7%)

Female Fertility in Shirley

Fertility by Age in Shirley

Female Fertility by Age in Shirley
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 Shirley

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shirley
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 Shirley

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shirley
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 Shirley

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shirley
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 Shirley

Income Overview in Shirley

Per Capita Income in Shirley is $40,744, while median incomes of families and households are $125,568 and $85,119 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,359$40,744
Median Family Income338$125,568
Mean Family Income338$122,902
Median Household Income700$85,119
Mean Household Income700$77,901
Income Deficit338$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,3598.45%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,35991.55¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3590.37

Earnings by Sex in Shirley

Average Earnings in Shirley are $43,511, $44,551 for men and $40,787 for women, a difference of 8.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Shirley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male488 (54.9%)$44,551
Female400 (45.1%)$40,787
Total888 (100.0%)$43,511

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shirley

The most common earnings brackets in Shirley are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (89 | 18.2%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (70 | 17.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shirley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)31 (7.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49945 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)48 (12.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)25 (6.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49916 (3.3%)42 (10.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99948 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)37 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99948 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99989 (18.2%)54 (13.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)70 (17.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99962 (12.7%)10 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99915 (3.1%)44 (11.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99986 (17.6%)14 (3.5%)
$100,000+65 (13.3%)16 (4.0%)
Total488 (100.0%)400 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shirley

Average earnings in Shirley are $44,747 for men and $41,181 for women, a difference of 8.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,915, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $42,971. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $74,318, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $34,054.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,152$34,054
College or Associate's Degree$91,915$40,995
Bachelor's Degree$42,971$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,747$41,181

Family Income in Shirley

Family Income Brackets in Shirley

According to the Shirley family income data, there are 176 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 52.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Shirley
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 $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996719.8%
$100,000 to $149,99917652.1%
$150,000 to $199,9999528.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shirley

3-person families (107 | 31.7%) account for the highest median family income in Shirley with $125,369 per family, while 2-person families (176 | 52.1%) have the highest median income of $50,584 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shirley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families176 (52.1%)$101,167
3-Person Families107 (31.7%)$125,369
4-Person Families29 (8.6%)$0
5-Person Families26 (7.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total338 (100.0%)$125,568

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shirley

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shirley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners0 (0.0%)$0
1 Earner51 (15.1%)$165,048
2 Earners273 (80.8%)$102,160
3+ Earners14 (4.1%)$0
Total338 (100.0%)$125,568

Household Income in Shirley

Household Income Brackets in Shirley

With 176 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Shirley, accounting for 25.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Shirley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000355.0%
$10,000 to $14,999273.9%
$15,000 to $24,999689.7%
$25,000 to $34,999405.7%
$35,000 to $49,99916323.3%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,9999613.7%
$100,000 to $149,99917625.1%
$150,000 to $199,9999513.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shirley

The median household income in Shirley is $85,119, with the highest median household income of $101,915 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 180 households (25.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shirley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years180 (25.7%)$101,915
45 to 64 Years301 (43.0%)$97,660
65+ Years219 (31.3%)$28,063
Total700 (100.0%)$85,119

Poverty in Shirley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley

With 6.2% poverty level for males and 2.7% for females among the residents of Shirley, 55 to 64 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 45 males (17.3%) and 17 females (13.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley
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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years45 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (13.6%)
Total45 (6.2%)17 (2.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley

According to the poverty statistics in Shirley, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Shirley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years70 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years73 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years94 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years215 (82.7%)131 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years79 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
75 Years and over14 (100.0%)108 (86.4%)
Total683 (93.8%)614 (97.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shirley

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shirley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shirley

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shirley
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 Shirley

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

Employment by Class of Employer in Shirley

Among the 817 employed individuals in Shirley, private company employees (397 | 48.6%), local government employees (215 | 26.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (125 | 15.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shirley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees39748.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)647.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations12515.3%
Local Government Employees21526.3%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees162.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total817100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shirley

According to the labor force statistics for Shirley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,210), 72.6% or 878 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 61 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 31 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 87.1% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Shirley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years70 (100.0%)61 (87.1%)
35 to 44 Years228 (90.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years159 (90.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years111 (86.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years170 (64.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years95 (86.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total878 (72.6%)61 (6.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shirley

According to labor force statistics for Shirley, 83.3% of individuals (752) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (903) are in the labor force, with 8.1% or 61 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 86.5% or 193 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 25.3% or 61 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma318 (84.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree193 (86.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher241 (79.0%)77 (25.3%)
Total752 (83.3%)73 (8.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Shirley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shirley are Community & Social Service (186 | 22.8%), Management (132 | 16.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (95 | 11.6%), Education Instruction & Library (47 | 5.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (44 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Shirley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shirley, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (59.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (49.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (34.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (66.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management79 (59.9%)53 (40.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 63 (33.9%)123 (66.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library16 (34.0%)31 (66.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment47 (49.5%)48 (50.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)142 (42.8%)190 (57.2%)
Total (Overall)427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shirley are Cleaning & Maintenance (87 | 10.6%), Personal Care & Service (65 | 8.0%), and Healthcare Support (25 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Shirley

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
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 & Maintenance87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Total (Category)87 (49.1%)90 (50.8%)
Total (Overall)427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shirley are , and Office & Administration (115 | 14.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Shirley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration48 (41.7%)67 (58.3%)
Total (Category)48 (41.7%)67 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shirley are Construction & Extraction (46 | 5.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Shirley

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shirley are Production (68 | 8.3%), and Transportation (48 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shirley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production25 (36.8%)43 (63.2%)
Transportation48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)73 (62.9%)43 (37.1%)
Total (Overall)427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley

Employment Industries in Shirley

The major employment industries in Shirley include Health Care & Social Assistance (149 | 18.2%), Educational Services (142 | 17.4%), Utilities (99 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (96 | 11.7%), and Manufacturing (94 | 11.5%).
Employment Industries in Shirley

Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley

The Shirley industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), Utilities (54.5%), and Educational Services (51.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing51 (54.3%)43 (45.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade48 (50.0%)48 (50.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities45 (45.5%)54 (54.5%)
Information47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services69 (48.6%)73 (51.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)149 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total427 (52.3%)390 (47.7%)

Education in Shirley

School Enrollment in Shirley

The most common levels of schooling among the 110 students in Shirley are college / undergraduate (31 | 28.2%), high school (27 | 24.5%), and elementary school (26 | 23.6%).
School Enrollment in Shirley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School2623.6%
Middle School2623.6%
High School2724.5%
College / Undergraduate3128.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total110100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shirley

Out of a total of 110 students who are enrolled in schools in Shirley, 52 (47.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 58 (52.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 27 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shirley
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (52.7%)52 (47.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shirley

Visual & performing arts (125 | 34.5%), literature & languages (51 | 14.1%), social sciences (48 | 13.3%), arts & humanities (44 | 12.1%), and education (39 | 10.8%) are the most common fields of study among 362 individuals in Shirley who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shirley
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences4813.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology298.0%
Business00.0%
Education3910.8%
Literature & Languages5114.1%
Liberal Arts & History267.2%
Visual & Performing Arts12534.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities4412.1%
Total362100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shirley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shirley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shirley are males with 2 vehicles (234, accounting for 54.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (244, making up 60.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shirley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle57 (13.4%)76 (19.5%)
2 Vehicles234 (54.8%)244 (62.6%)
3 Vehicles92 (21.5%)39 (10.0%)
4 Vehicles16 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles28 (6.6%)31 (8.0%)
Total427 (100.0%)390 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shirley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shirley are 30 to 34 minutes (152 commuters, 21.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (98 commuters, 13.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (87 commuters, 12.3%).
Commute Time in Shirley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes375.2%
5 to 9 Minutes8712.3%
10 to 14 Minutes8512.0%
15 to 19 Minutes567.9%
20 to 24 Minutes9813.9%
25 to 29 Minutes131.8%
30 to 34 Minutes15221.5%
35 to 39 Minutes649.1%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes263.7%
60 to 89 Minutes496.9%
90 or more Minutes395.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Shirley

The most common commute times in Shirley are 35 to 39 minutes (64 commuters, 19.3%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (106 commuters, 28.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Shirley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)37 (9.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes45 (13.6%)42 (11.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes28 (8.4%)57 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)56 (15.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes44 (13.3%)54 (14.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes46 (13.9%)106 (28.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes64 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes26 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes40 (12.0%)9 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes39 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shirley

The most frequent times of departure to work in Shirley are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (77, 23.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (89, 23.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shirley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM28 (8.4%)43 (11.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM39 (11.7%)51 (13.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM46 (13.9%)55 (14.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM77 (23.2%)63 (16.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM45 (13.6%)89 (23.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM26 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM9 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM48 (14.5%)73 (19.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total332 (100.0%)374 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shirley

Occupancy by Ownership in Shirley

Of the total 700 dwellings in Shirley, owner-occupied units account for 403 (57.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 297 (42.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shirley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units40357.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units29742.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units700100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shirley

Occupancy by Household Size in Shirley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household33347.6%
2-Person Household17625.1%
3-Person Household13619.4%
4+ Person Household557.9%
Total Housing Units700100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shirley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shirley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household78 (23.4%)255 (76.6%)
2-Person Household134 (76.1%)42 (23.9%)
3-Person Household136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units403 (57.6%)297 (42.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shirley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma161 (56.1%)126 (43.9%)
College/Associate Degree103 (45.6%)123 (54.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher139 (74.3%)48 (25.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shirley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shirley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years18025.7%
45 to 54 Years10414.9%
55 to 64 Years19728.1%
65 to 74 Years9413.4%
75 to 84 Years375.3%
85 Years and Over8812.6%
Total700100.0%

Housing Finances in Shirley

Median Income by Occupancy in Shirley

Median Income by Occupancy in Shirley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied403 (57.6%)$101,889
Renter-Occupied297 (42.4%)$29,438
Average700 (100.0%)$85,119

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shirley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shirley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)17 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)18 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)27 (9.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99917 (4.2%)51 (17.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)40 (13.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99961 (15.1%)102 (34.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (13.4%)42 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999176 (43.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more95 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shirley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shirley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)27 (9.1%)
$500 to $79994 (23.3%)88 (29.6%)
$800 to $99991 (22.6%)122 (41.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49914 (3.5%)42 (14.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)18 (6.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49983 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99973 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more48 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shirley

Housing Structures in Shirley

Housing Structures in Shirley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached39456.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments517.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments13519.3%
10 or more Apartments12017.1%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total700100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shirley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shirley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached394 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments9 (17.6%)42 (82.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)135 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)120 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (57.6%)297 (42.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shirley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shirley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)102 (34.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)108 (36.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms39 (9.7%)45 (15.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms209 (51.9%)42 (14.1%)
8 or more Rooms155 (38.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shirley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shirley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas58 (14.4%)120 (40.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity69 (17.1%)135 (45.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene262 (65.0%)42 (14.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels14 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shirley

Household Vehicle Usage in Shirley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)37 (12.5%)
1 Vehicle39 (9.7%)218 (73.4%)
2 Vehicles242 (60.1%)42 (14.1%)
3 or more Vehicles122 (30.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shirley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shirley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units140263
Median Property Value$320,800$342,500
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$720$48
Real Estate Taxes$4,136$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shirley
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 $299,99960 (42.9%)64 (24.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99964 (45.7%)173 (65.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99916 (11.4%)26 (9.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total140 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shirley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)14 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99917 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99961 (43.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99931 (22.1%)39 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more16 (11.4%)145 (55.1%)
Total140 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shirley

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shirley
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)125,028 (47,539.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (22.1%)9 (3.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x15 (10.7%)152 (57.8%)
4.0x or more94 (67.1%)102 (38.8%)
Total140 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shirley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499124 (88.6%)9 (3.4%)
Total140 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shirley
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years253 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years391 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,359 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shirley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shirley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999203 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over805 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shirley

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shirley
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)97 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)253 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years16 (9.1%)159 (90.9%)
55 to 64 Years74 (18.9%)344 (88.0%)
65 to 74 Years110 (100.0%)47 (42.7%)
75 Years and over139 (100.0%)54 (38.9%)
Total339 (24.9%)1,148 (84.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shirley

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shirley
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 Years129 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (48.4%)
75 Years and over14 (100.0%)20 (16.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shirley

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <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 Years66 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <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 Years86 (20.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <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 Years72 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (48.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <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%)20 (16.0%)

Technology Access in Shirley

Computing Device Access in Shirley

Computing Device Access in Shirley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop61988.4%
Smartphone51874.0%
Tablet44363.3%
No Computing Device172.4%
Total700100.0%

Internet Access in Shirley

Internet Access in Shirley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home63791.0%
Cellular Data Only334.7%
Satellite Internet202.9%
No Internet172.4%
Total700100.0%

Shirley Summary

Shirley, Massachusetts is a small town located in Middlesex County, approximately 40 miles northwest of Boston. It is bordered by the towns of Ayer, Groton, Harvard, Lunenburg, and Townsend. The town has a population of approximately 8,000 people and covers an area of 22.2 square miles.

History

Shirley was first settled in 1653 and was originally part of Groton. It was officially incorporated as a town in 1753 and was named after William Shirley, the governor of Massachusetts at the time. The town was primarily an agricultural community until the mid-1800s when the railroad was built through the town. This allowed for the development of industry and commerce in the area.

Geography

Shirley is located in the northern part of Middlesex County, approximately 40 miles northwest of Boston. It is bordered by the towns of Ayer, Groton, Harvard, Lunenburg, and Townsend. The town is located in the Nashua River Valley and is surrounded by hills and forests. The highest point in the town is located at the summit of Mount Watatic, which is 1,064 feet above sea level.

Economy

Shirley’s economy is primarily based on manufacturing and services. The town is home to several large companies, including the Devens Industrial Park, which is home to several high-tech companies. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Shirley had a population of 8,234 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. The median household income was $68,958 and the median family income was $77,813.
Shirley is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. It is home to a number of businesses and industries, and is a great place to live and work. The town is located in a beautiful area and is close to many of the amenities of the larger cities in the area.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shirley?
Total Population of Shirley is 1,359.
What is the Total Male Population of Shirley?
Total Male Population of Shirley is 728.
What is the Total Female Population of Shirley?
Total Female Population of Shirley is 631.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shirley?
There are 115.37 Males per 100 Females in Shirley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shirley?
There are 86.68 Females per 100 Males in Shirley.
What is the Median Population Age in Shirley?
Median Population Age in Shirley is 53.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shirley
Average Family Size in Shirley is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shirley
Average Household Size in Shirley is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shirley?
Per Capita income in Shirley is $40,744.
What is the Median Family Income in Shirley?
Median Family Income in Shirley is $125,568.
What is the Median Household income in Shirley?
Median Household Income in Shirley is $85,119.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shirley?
Income or Wage Gap in Shirley is 8.4%.
Women in Shirley earn 91.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shirley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shirley is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shirley?
There are 878 People in the Labor Forcein in Shirley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shirley?
72.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Shirley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shirley?
Unemployment Rate in Shirley is 6.9%.