Shields, MI
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7,444
TOTAL POPULATION
3,549
MALE POPULATION
3,895
FEMALE POPULATION
91.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,936
PER CAPITA INCOME
$94,279
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$80,861
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,501
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Shields
The most populous races in Shields are White / Caucasian (7,079 | 95.1%), Hispanic or Latino (293 | 3.9%), and Two or more Races (211 | 2.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 84 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 12 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 293 | 3.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 5 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,079 | 95.1% |
| Two or more Races | 211 | 2.8% |
| Some other Race | 53 | 0.7% |
| Total | 7,444 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Shields
The most populous ancestries reported in Shields are German (2,568 | 34.5%), English (924 | 12.4%), Polish (809 | 10.9%), Irish (723 | 9.7%), and Arab (584 | 7.9%), together accounting for 75.3% of all Shields residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 308 | 4.1% |
| Arab | 584 | 7.9% |
| Austrian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 76 | 1.0% |
| Bhutanese | 84 | 1.1% |
| British | 14 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 29 | 0.4% |
| Chippewa | 11 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 86 | 1.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 20 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 145 | 1.9% |
| English | 924 | 12.4% |
| European | 45 | 0.6% |
| Finnish | 22 | 0.3% |
| French | 347 | 4.7% |
| French Canadian | 175 | 2.4% |
| German | 2,568 | 34.5% |
| Greek | 111 | 1.5% |
| Hungarian | 170 | 2.3% |
| Irish | 723 | 9.7% |
| Italian | 428 | 5.8% |
| Korean | 9 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 221 | 3.0% |
| Northern European | 16 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 23 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 809 | 10.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 8 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 92 | 1.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 51 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 206 | 2.8% |
| Spaniard | 64 | 0.9% |
| Swedish | 88 | 1.2% |
| Swiss | 123 | 1.7% |
| Syrian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 17 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 48 | 0.6% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Shields
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shields came from Asia (385 | 5.2%), Western Asia (254 | 3.4%), Iraq (249 | 3.3%), Iran (131 | 1.8%), and South Central Asia (131 | 1.8%), together accounting for 15.4% of all Shields residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 385 | 5.2% |
| Central America | 10 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 15 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 11 | 0.2% |
| Iran | 131 | 1.8% |
| Iraq | 249 | 3.3% |
| Latin America | 10 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 10 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 131 | 1.8% |
| Syria | 5 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 254 | 3.4% |
| Western Europe | 11 | 0.2% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Shields
Sex and Age in Shields
The most populous age groups in Shields are 45 to 49 Years (329 | 9.3%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (352 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 157 (4.4%) | 134 (3.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 259 (7.3%) | 137 (3.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 259 (7.3%) | 135 (3.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 171 (4.8%) | 197 (5.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 158 (4.4%) | 240 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 100 (2.8%) | 60 (1.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 76 (2.1%) | 174 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 203 (5.7%) | 352 (9.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 242 (6.8%) | 273 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 329 (9.3%) | 169 (4.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 196 (5.5%) | 260 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 182 (5.1%) | 285 (7.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 300 (8.5%) | 310 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 313 (8.8%) | 281 (7.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 274 (7.7%) | 291 (7.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 252 (7.1%) | 224 (5.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 25 (0.7%) | 195 (5.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 53 (1.5%) | 178 (4.6%) |
| Total | 3,549 (100.0%) | 3,895 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Shields
Median Family Size in Shields
The median family size in Shields is 2.78 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,644 | 75.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.84 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (170 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.29 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,644 (75.5%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 170 (7.8%) | 2.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (16.6%) | 2.73 |
| Total Families | 2,176 (100.0%) | 2.78 |
Median Household Size in Shields
The median household size in Shields is 2.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (362 | 11.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.88 persons per household. non-family households (949 | 30.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,644 (52.6%) | 2.85 |
| Single Male/Father | 170 (5.4%) | 2.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (11.6%) | 2.88 |
| Non-family | 949 (30.4%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 3,125 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shields
Out of a total of 3,125 households in Shields, 2,176 (69.6%) are family households, while 949 (30.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,118, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 826.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 826 (26.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,118 (35.8%) | 58 (1.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 344 (11.0%) | 65 (2.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 553 (17.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 129 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 30 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,176 (69.6%) | 949 (30.4%) |
Female Fertility in Shields
Fertility by Age in Shields
Average fertility rate in Shields is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 60.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (39.2%) | 61.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (60.8%) | 54.0 |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shields
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Shields
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (54.0%) | 66.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (32.4%) | 92.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (13.5%) | 61.0 |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shields
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Shields
Income Overview in Shields
Per Capita Income in Shields is $38,936, while median incomes of families and households are $94,279 and $80,861 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,444 | $38,936 |
| Median Family Income | 2,176 | $94,279 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,176 | $105,559 |
| Median Household Income | 3,125 | $80,861 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,125 | $93,313 |
| Income Deficit | 2,176 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,444 | 13.17% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,444 | 86.83¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,444 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Shields
Average Earnings in Shields are $45,726, $47,342 for men and $41,107 for women, a difference of 13.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,848 (51.7%) | $47,342 |
| Female | 1,729 (48.3%) | $41,107 |
| Total | 3,577 (100.0%) | $45,726 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shields
The most common earnings brackets in Shields are $100,000+ for men (287 | 15.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (198 | 11.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 42 (2.3%) | 131 (7.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 131 (7.1%) | 39 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 76 (4.1%) | 103 (6.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 9 (0.5%) | 32 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 68 (3.7%) | 48 (2.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 58 (3.1%) | 27 (1.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 18 (1.0%) | 62 (3.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 38 (2.1%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 99 (5.4%) | 61 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 56 (3.0%) | 84 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 103 (5.6%) | 43 (2.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 30 (1.6%) | 79 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 54 (2.9%) | 128 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 68 (3.7%) | 50 (2.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 114 (6.2%) | 75 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 71 (3.8%) | 146 (8.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 128 (6.9%) | 116 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 166 (9.0%) | 124 (7.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 232 (12.6%) | 198 (11.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 287 (15.5%) | 171 (9.9%) |
| Total | 1,848 (100.0%) | 1,729 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shields
Average earnings in Shields are $52,958 for men and $47,346 for women, a difference of 10.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $112,663, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $66,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,604, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $32,222.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | $66,750 | $37,621 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,500 | $64,333 |
| Graduate Degree | $112,663 | $72,604 |
| Total | $52,958 | $47,346 |
Family Income in Shields
Family Income Brackets in Shields
According to the Shields family income data, there are 477 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 65 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 65 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 85 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 100 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 65 | 3.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 109 | 5.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 322 | 14.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 426 | 19.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 477 | 21.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 353 | 16.2% |
| $200,000+ | 174 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shields
5-person families (85 | 3.9%) account for the highest median family income in Shields with $232,552 per family, while 5-person families (85 | 3.9%) have the highest median income of $46,510 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,179 (54.2%) | $80,543 |
| 3-Person Families | 327 (15.0%) | $81,792 |
| 4-Person Families | 553 (25.4%) | $107,431 |
| 5-Person Families | 85 (3.9%) | $232,552 |
| 6-Person Families | 30 (1.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 2 (0.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,176 (100.0%) | $94,279 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shields
The median family income in Shields is $94,279, with families comprising 3+ earners (184) having the highest median family income of $188,594, while families with 1 earner (725) have the lowest median family income of $74,740, accounting for 8.5% and 33.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 487 (22.4%) | $80,214 |
| 1 Earner | 725 (33.3%) | $74,740 |
| 2 Earners | 780 (35.8%) | $132,188 |
| 3+ Earners | 184 (8.5%) | $188,594 |
| Total | 2,176 (100.0%) | $94,279 |
Household Income in Shields
Household Income Brackets in Shields
With 603 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Shields, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 66 households (2.1%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 66 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 109 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 294 | 9.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 300 | 9.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 438 | 14.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 538 | 17.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 603 | 19.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 362 | 11.6% |
| $200,000+ | 234 | 7.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Shields
The median household income in Shields is $80,861, with the highest median household income of $103,737 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 796 households (25.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 71 households (2.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 71 (2.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 796 (25.5%) | $103,737 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,079 (34.5%) | $87,981 |
| 65+ Years | 1,179 (37.7%) | $73,060 |
| Total | 3,125 (100.0%) | $80,861 |
Poverty in Shields
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shields
With 10.7% poverty level for males and 15.1% for females among the residents of Shields, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 102 males (47.4%) and 246 females (71.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 61 (38.9%) | 31 (29.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (23.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 24 (7.5%) | 35 (25.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (22.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (40.0%) | 13 (17.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 102 (47.4%) | 246 (71.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (20.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (19.4%) | 51 (11.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 62 (12.9%) | 47 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| Total | 375 (10.7%) | 572 (15.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shields
According to the poverty statistics in Shields, males aged 5 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 98.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 96 (61.2%) | 75 (70.8%) |
| 5 Years | 11 (100.0%) | 23 (76.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 296 (92.5%) | 101 (74.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 170 (100.0%) | 82 (77.4%) |
| 15 Years | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 36 (60.0%) | 60 (82.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 113 (52.6%) | 99 (28.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 176 (100.0%) | 186 (79.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 440 (100.0%) | 578 (93.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 423 (80.6%) | 378 (88.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (87.1%) | 548 (92.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 578 (100.0%) | 535 (98.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 326 (100.0%) | 545 (97.0%) |
| Total | 3,129 (89.3%) | 3,210 (84.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shields
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shields show that 7.7% or 127 of the total 1,644 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.9%, comprising of 89 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,038 (96.5%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 409 (82.1%) | 89 (17.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 70 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,517 (92.3%) | 127 (7.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shields
According to the poverty data in Shields, 46.5% or 79 single-father households and 12.4% or 45 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 79 households (59.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 79 (59.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (15.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 79 (46.5%) | 45 (12.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shields
The poverty data for Shields shows that 127 of the married-couple family households (7.7%) and 124 of the single-parent households (23.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 households (17.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 38 (3.5%) | 79 (23.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 89 (17.9%) | 20 (12.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 127 (7.7%) | 124 (23.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Shields
Employment by Class of Employer in Shields
Among the 3,215 employed individuals in Shields, private company employees (2,192 | 68.2%), not-for-profit organizations (351 | 10.9%), and local government employees (238 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,192 | 68.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 74 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 139 | 4.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 351 | 10.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 238 | 7.4% |
| State Government Employees | 116 | 3.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 70 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 35 | 1.1% |
| Total | 3,215 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Shields
According to the labor force statistics for Shields, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,319), 55.4% or 3,501 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 140 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 95.2% or 238 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 181 (55.9%) | 14 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 204 (51.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 140 (87.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 238 (95.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 962 (89.9%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 805 (84.4%) | 59 (7.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 302 (64.7%) | 18 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 376 (61.6%) | 8 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 214 (18.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (8.6%) | 8 (10.0%) |
| Total | 3,501 (55.4%) | 140 (4.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shields
According to labor force statistics for Shields, 80.4% of individuals (2,823) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,511) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 116 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 93.9% or 970 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.6% or 59 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 77 (85.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 776 (68.7%) | 86 (7.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,000 (79.4%) | 50 (4.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 970 (93.9%) | 20 (1.9%) |
| Total | 2,823 (80.4%) | 144 (4.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Shields
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shields are Community & Social Service (456 | 13.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (398 | 11.8%), Health Technologists (327 | 9.7%), Management (282 | 8.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (231 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shields, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (86.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (86.4%), and Health Technologists (82.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 179 (63.5%) | 103 (36.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 35 (39.3%) | 54 (60.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 150 (86.7%) | 23 (13.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 59 (72.0%) | 23 (28.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 151 (33.1%) | 305 (66.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 99 (51.3%) | 94 (48.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 49 (21.2%) | 182 (78.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 3 (13.6%) | 19 (86.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 74 (18.6%) | 324 (81.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 59 (18.0%) | 268 (82.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 589 (42.1%) | 809 (57.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Shields are Cleaning & Maintenance (192 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (165 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (129 | 3.8%), Law Enforcement (100 | 3.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Shields, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (84.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (56.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 129 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 100 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 83 (50.3%) | 82 (49.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 84 (43.8%) | 108 (56.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 16 (16.0%) | 84 (84.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 312 (48.7%) | 329 (51.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shields are Office & Administration (440 | 13.1%), and Sales & Related (233 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 83 (35.6%) | 150 (64.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 178 (40.5%) | 262 (59.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 261 (38.8%) | 412 (61.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shields are Construction & Extraction (144 | 4.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (54 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 198 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shields are Material Moving (196 | 5.8%), Production (158 | 4.7%), and Transportation (99 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 66 (41.8%) | 92 (58.2%) |
| Transportation | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 196 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 361 (79.7%) | 92 (20.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Shields
Employment Industries in Shields
The major employment industries in Shields include Health Care & Social Assistance (748 | 22.2%), Retail Trade (498 | 14.8%), Manufacturing (343 | 10.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (258 | 7.7%), and Public Administration (246 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shields
The Shields industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (88.6%), Finance & Insurance (72.5%), and Educational Services (70.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 206 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 191 (55.7%) | 152 (44.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 75 (98.7%) | 1 (1.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 328 (65.9%) | 170 (34.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 25 (27.5%) | 66 (72.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 73 (48.3%) | 78 (51.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 139 (69.2%) | 62 (30.8%) |
| Educational Services | 71 (29.8%) | 167 (70.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 85 (11.4%) | 663 (88.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 34 (66.7%) | 17 (33.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 122 (47.3%) | 136 (52.7%) |
| Public Administration | 203 (82.5%) | 43 (17.5%) |
| Total | 1,721 (51.2%) | 1,642 (48.8%) |
Education in Shields
School Enrollment in Shields
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,540 students in Shields are college / undergraduate (448 | 29.1%), elementary school (320 | 20.8%), and high school (286 | 18.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 133 | 8.6% |
| Kindergarten | 62 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 320 | 20.8% |
| Middle School | 275 | 17.9% |
| High School | 286 | 18.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 448 | 29.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 16 | 1.0% |
| Total | 1,540 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shields
Out of a total of 1,540 students who are enrolled in schools in Shields, 280 (18.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,260 (81.8%) 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 55 (51.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 26 (96.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 52 (48.6%) | 55 (51.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 362 (91.4%) | 34 (8.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 276 (89.0%) | 34 (11.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 151 (75.9%) | 48 (24.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 148 (87.6%) | 21 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 77 (51.7%) | 72 (48.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 26 (96.3%) | 1 (3.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 168 (91.8%) | 15 (8.2%) |
| Total | 1,260 (81.8%) | 280 (18.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shields
Business (314 | 19.2%), arts & humanities (304 | 18.6%), science & technology (234 | 14.3%), education (231 | 14.1%), and liberal arts & history (149 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,636 individuals in Shields who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 17 | 1.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 41 | 2.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 51 | 3.1% |
| Psychology | 35 | 2.1% |
| Social Sciences | 76 | 4.6% |
| Engineering | 37 | 2.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 10 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 234 | 14.3% |
| Business | 314 | 19.2% |
| Education | 231 | 14.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 56 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 149 | 9.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 71 | 4.3% |
| Communications | 10 | 0.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 304 | 18.6% |
| Total | 1,636 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Shields
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shields
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shields are males with 2 vehicles (784, accounting for 46.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (679, making up 51.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (2.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 143 (8.5%) | 290 (18.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 784 (46.7%) | 679 (44.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 501 (29.8%) | 316 (20.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 190 (11.3%) | 142 (9.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 61 (3.6%) | 69 (4.5%) |
| Total | 1,679 (100.0%) | 1,535 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Shields
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shields are 15 to 19 minutes (623 commuters, 20.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (515 commuters, 17.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (373 commuters, 12.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 70 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 373 | 12.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 240 | 8.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 623 | 20.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 515 | 17.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 333 | 11.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 306 | 10.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 101 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 107 | 3.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 139 | 4.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 168 | 5.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 18 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Shields
The most common commute times in Shields are 15 to 19 minutes (350 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (273 commuters, 19.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 57 (3.7%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 154 (9.9%) | 219 (15.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 173 (11.1%) | 67 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 350 (22.5%) | 273 (19.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 347 (22.3%) | 168 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 208 (13.4%) | 125 (8.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 76 (4.9%) | 230 (16.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 35 (2.2%) | 66 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 57 (3.7%) | 50 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 73 (4.7%) | 66 (4.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 24 (1.5%) | 144 (10.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 (0.2%) | 15 (1.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shields
The most frequent times of departure to work in Shields are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (353, 22.7%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (206, 14.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 53 (3.4%) | 92 (6.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 13 (0.8%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 113 (7.3%) | 42 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 185 (11.9%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 183 (11.7%) | 121 (8.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 174 (11.2%) | 167 (11.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 171 (11.0%) | 188 (13.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 353 (22.7%) | 206 (14.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 30 (1.9%) | 125 (8.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 80 (5.1%) | 182 (12.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 11 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 103 (6.6%) | 38 (2.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 11 (0.7%) | 159 (11.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 77 (5.0%) | 82 (5.7%) |
| Total | 1,557 (100.0%) | 1,436 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Shields
Occupancy by Ownership in Shields
Of the total 3,125 dwellings in Shields, owner-occupied units account for 2,654 (84.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 471 (15.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,654 | 84.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 471 | 15.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Shields
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 826 | 26.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,176 | 37.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 409 | 13.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 714 | 22.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shields
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 604 (73.1%) | 222 (26.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,084 (92.2%) | 92 (7.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 384 (93.9%) | 25 (6.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 582 (81.5%) | 132 (18.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,654 (84.9%) | 471 (15.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shields
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 87 (83.7%) | 17 (16.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 710 (75.4%) | 232 (24.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,013 (89.9%) | 114 (10.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 844 (88.7%) | 108 (11.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shields
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 268 | 8.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 599 | 19.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 474 | 15.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 605 | 19.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 695 | 22.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 329 | 10.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 155 | 5.0% |
| Total | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Shields
Median Income by Occupancy in Shields
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,654 (84.9%) | $84,079 |
| Renter-Occupied | 471 (15.1%) | $0 |
| Average | 3,125 (100.0%) | $80,861 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shields
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 66 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 80 (3.0%) | 30 (6.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 26 (1.0%) | 31 (6.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 146 (5.5%) | 90 (19.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 95 (3.6%) | 88 (18.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 267 (10.1%) | 32 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 417 (15.7%) | 20 (4.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 499 (18.8%) | 38 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 496 (18.7%) | 108 (22.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 562 (21.2%) | 34 (7.2%) |
| Total | 2,654 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shields
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 54 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 371 (14.0%) | 22 (4.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 736 (27.7%) | 121 (25.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 327 (12.3%) | 135 (28.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 515 (19.4%) | 144 (30.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 374 (14.1%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 182 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 65 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 30 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,654 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Shields
Housing Structures in Shields
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,290 | 73.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 319 | 10.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 26 | 0.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 127 | 4.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 336 | 10.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 16 | 0.5% |
| Total | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shields
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,235 (97.6%) | 55 (2.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 161 (50.5%) | 158 (49.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 49 (38.6%) | 78 (61.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 193 (57.4%) | 143 (42.6%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,654 (84.9%) | 471 (15.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shields
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 59 (2.2%) | 82 (17.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 820 (30.9%) | 174 (36.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 932 (35.1%) | 207 (44.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 843 (31.8%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,654 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shields
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,220 (83.7%) | 295 (62.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 28 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 401 (15.1%) | 176 (37.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 5 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,654 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Shields
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 5 (0.2%) | 57 (12.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 702 (26.5%) | 271 (57.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,160 (43.7%) | 143 (30.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 787 (29.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,654 (100.0%) | 471 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Shields
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shields
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,176 | 1,478 |
| Median Property Value | $139,900 | $174,900 |
| Median Household Income | $75,260 | $475 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $584 | $30 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,074 | $86 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shields
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 15 (1.3%) | 65 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 211 (17.9%) | 182 (12.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 896 (76.2%) | 987 (66.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 54 (4.6%) | 211 (14.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (2.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,176 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shields
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 41 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 82 (7.0%) | 25 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 72 (6.1%) | 170 (11.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 132 (11.2%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 251 (21.3%) | 135 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 321 (27.3%) | 166 (11.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 190 (16.2%) | 178 (12.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 87 (7.4%) | 306 (20.7%) |
| Total | 1,176 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shields
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 628 (53.4%) | 105,694 (7,151.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 217 (18.4%) | 824 (55.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 160 (13.6%) | 315 (21.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 171 (14.5%) | 71 (4.8%) |
| Total | 1,176 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shields
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 32 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 150 (12.8%) | 43 (2.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 930 (79.1%) | 156 (10.5%) |
| Total | 1,176 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Shields
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shields
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 332 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 971 (97.4%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 478 (96.8%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 405 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,047 (98.7%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 880 (92.2%) | 74 (7.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,048 (97.3%) | 29 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,123 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 888 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,172 (97.8%) | 159 (2.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shields
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 332 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 971 (97.4%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 478 (96.8%) | 16 (3.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shields
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,054 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 637 (95.9%) | 27 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 712 (89.0%) | 88 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,609 (98.8%) | 44 (1.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shields
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 153 (46.1%) | 205 (61.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 184 (18.5%) | 811 (81.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 228 (46.2%) | 250 (50.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 144 (35.6%) | 300 (74.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 159 (15.0%) | 955 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 242 (25.4%) | 655 (68.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 234 (21.7%) | 887 (82.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,123 (100.0%) | 877 (78.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 888 (100.0%) | 817 (92.0%) |
| Total | 3,355 (45.8%) | 5,757 (78.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shields
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (2.4%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 65 (16.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 202 (14.0%) | 207 (12.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 200 (34.6%) | 84 (15.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 154 (47.2%) | 375 (66.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shields
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 57 (3.9%) | 26 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 129 (22.3%) | 44 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (9.8%) | 101 (18.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (2.8%) | 61 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (2.1%) | 58 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (2.4%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 108 (7.5%) | 156 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (2.1%) | 90 (16.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 96 (6.6%) | 127 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 142 (24.6%) | 31 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 150 (46.0%) | 249 (44.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 85 (5.9%) | 60 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (4.3%) | 30 (5.3%) |
Technology Access in Shields
Computing Device Access in Shields
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,550 | 81.6% |
| Smartphone | 2,672 | 85.5% |
| Tablet | 1,932 | 61.8% |
| No Computing Device | 186 | 5.9% |
| Total | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Shields
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 4 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,511 | 80.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 167 | 5.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 116 | 3.7% |
| No Internet | 343 | 11.0% |
| Total | 3,125 | 100.0% |
Shields Summary
Shields is a small village located in the state of Michigan in the United States. It is located in Saginaw County and is part of the Saginaw Metropolitan Statistical Area. The village has a population of just over 1,000 people and is located about 10 miles north of Saginaw.
History
Shields was first settled in 1836 by a group of German immigrants. The village was originally known as “New Germany” and was later renamed to Shields in 1845. The village was named after the Shields family, who were among the first settlers in the area.
The village was incorporated in 1867 and was primarily an agricultural community. The village was home to a number of small businesses, including a sawmill, a grist mill, a blacksmith shop, and a general store.
In the late 19th century, Shields began to experience a period of growth and development. The village was connected to the railroad in 1887 and the first school was built in 1889. The village also had a post office, a bank, and a newspaper.
Geography
Shields is located in Saginaw County in the state of Michigan. The village is situated on the banks of the Tittabawassee River and is about 10 miles north of Saginaw. The village is surrounded by farmland and is located in a rural area.
The village has a total area of 0.7 square miles, all of which is land. The village has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit and the average temperature in the winter is around 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
The economy of Shields is primarily based on agriculture. The village is home to a number of farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The village also has a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The village is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer and a metal fabrication company. The village is also home to a number of service-based businesses, including a landscaping company and a plumbing company.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Shields was 1,072. The village has a population density of 1,521 people per square mile. The median age of the population is 43.7 years and the median household income is $45,000.
The village is predominantly white, with 95.3% of the population identifying as white. The village also has a small Hispanic population, with 2.3% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The village also has a small African American population, with 1.2% of the population identifying as African American.
The village has a high rate of homeownership, with 81.3% of the population owning their own homes. The village also has a high rate of educational attainment, with 95.3% of the population having at least a high school diploma.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Shields?
Total Population of Shields is 7,444.
What is the Total Male Population of Shields?
Total Male Population of Shields is 3,549.
What is the Total Female Population of Shields?
Total Female Population of Shields is 3,895.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shields?
There are 91.12 Males per 100 Females in Shields.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shields?
There are 109.75 Females per 100 Males in Shields.
What is the Median Population Age in Shields?
Median Population Age in Shields is 48.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shields
Average Family Size in Shields is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shields
Average Household Size in Shields is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shields?
Per Capita income in Shields is $38,936.
What is the Median Family Income in Shields?
Median Family Income in Shields is $94,279.
What is the Median Household income in Shields?
Median Household Income in Shields is $80,861.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shields?
Income or Wage Gap in Shields is 13.2%.
Women in Shields earn 86.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shields?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shields is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shields?
There are 3,501 People in the Labor Forcein in Shields.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shields?
55.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Shields.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shields?
Unemployment Rate in Shields is 4.0%.