Shelby, MT

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Shelby Overview

3,058
TOTAL POPULATION
1,865
MALE POPULATION
1,193
FEMALE POPULATION
156.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
63.97
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,341
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,667
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,279
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Shelby Zip Codes

Shelby Area Codes

Race in Shelby

The most populous races in Shelby are White / Caucasian (2,526 | 82.6%), Native / Alaskan (258 | 8.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (165 | 5.4%).
Race in Shelby
Race# Population% Population
Asian341.1%
Black / African American782.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1655.4%
Native / Alaskan2588.4%
White / Caucasian2,52682.6%
Two or more Races1254.1%
Some other Race371.2%
Total3,058100.0%

Ancestry in Shelby

The most populous ancestries reported in Shelby are German (510 | 16.7%), English (413 | 13.5%), Norwegian (334 | 10.9%), Irish (284 | 9.3%), and American (167 | 5.5%), together accounting for 55.9% of all Shelby residents.
Ancestry in Shelby
Ancestry# Population% Population
African180.6%
American1675.5%
Arapaho40.1%
Blackfeet381.2%
Canadian110.4%
Central American Indian70.2%
Cherokee110.4%
Cheyenne722.4%
Chippewa341.1%
Cree531.7%
Crow190.6%
Czech1113.6%
Danish190.6%
Dutch451.5%
English41313.5%
European702.3%
Finnish50.2%
French551.8%
French Canadian240.8%
German51016.7%
Greek60.2%
Indian (Asian)250.8%
Irish2849.3%
Italian461.5%
Korean90.3%
Maltese451.5%
Menominee230.7%
Mexican1224.0%
Navajo50.2%
Nigerian50.2%
Norwegian33410.9%
Osage60.2%
Polish140.5%
Scandinavian110.4%
Scotch-Irish150.5%
Scottish1224.0%
Sioux50.2%
Subsaharan African230.7%
Swedish210.7%
Swiss80.3%
Thai301.0%
Ukrainian341.1%
Welsh150.5%
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Immigrants in Shelby

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shelby came from Europe (50 | 1.6%), Canada (46 | 1.5%), Czechoslovakia (37 | 1.2%), Eastern Europe (37 | 1.2%), and Central America (34 | 1.1%), together accounting for 6.7% of all Shelby residents.
Immigrants in Shelby
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa180.6%
Asia230.7%
Canada461.5%
Central America341.1%
Czechoslovakia371.2%
Eastern Africa130.4%
Eastern Europe371.2%
Europe501.6%
Greece30.1%
India230.7%
Kenya130.4%
Latin America341.1%
Mexico341.1%
Nigeria50.2%
Northern Europe100.3%
Norway100.3%
South Central Asia230.7%
Southern Europe30.1%
Western Africa50.2%
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Sex and Age in Shelby

Sex and Age in Shelby

The most populous age groups in Shelby are 30 to 34 Years (203 | 10.9%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (152 | 12.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shelby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years59 (3.2%)62 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Years80 (4.3%)49 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Years88 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years22 (1.2%)152 (12.7%)
20 to 24 Years158 (8.5%)24 (2.0%)
25 to 29 Years163 (8.7%)72 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years203 (10.9%)57 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years158 (8.5%)84 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years182 (9.8%)59 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years121 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years155 (8.3%)84 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years139 (7.4%)150 (12.6%)
60 to 64 Years112 (6.0%)79 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years64 (3.4%)99 (8.3%)
70 to 74 Years88 (4.7%)78 (6.5%)
75 to 79 Years32 (1.7%)76 (6.4%)
80 to 84 Years33 (1.8%)27 (2.3%)
85 Years and over8 (0.4%)41 (3.4%)
Total1,865 (100.0%)1,193 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shelby

Median Family Size in Shelby

The median family size in Shelby is 2.98 persons per family, with single female/mother families (27 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.67 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (571 | 94.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Shelby
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple571 (94.9%)2.89
Single Male/Father4 (0.7%)3.75
Single Female/Mother27 (4.5%)4.67
Total Families602 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Shelby

The median household size in Shelby is 2.18 persons per household, with single female/mother households (27 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.67 persons per household. non-family households (524 | 46.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Shelby
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple571 (50.7%)2.91
Single Male/Father4 (0.4%)3.75
Single Female/Mother27 (2.4%)4.67
Non-family524 (46.5%)1.25
Total Households1,126 (100.0%)2.18

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shelby

Out of a total of 1,126 households in Shelby, 602 (53.5%) are family households, while 524 (46.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 308, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 447.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shelby
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-447 (39.7%)
2-Person Households308 (27.4%)63 (5.6%)
3-Person Households138 (12.3%)14 (1.2%)
4-Person Households46 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households104 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households6 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total602 (53.5%)524 (46.5%)

Female Fertility in Shelby

Fertility by Age in Shelby

Average fertility rate in Shelby is 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 222.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Shelby
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years34 (100.0%)222.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)76.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shelby

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shelby
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Shelby

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shelby
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School20 (58.8%)135.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (32.4%)117.0
Bachelor's Degree3 (8.8%)86.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)76.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shelby

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shelby
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Shelby

Income Overview in Shelby

Per Capita Income in Shelby is $30,341, while median incomes of families and households are $83,750 and $51,667 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,058$30,341
Median Family Income602$83,750
Mean Family Income602$108,429
Median Household Income1,126$51,667
Mean Household Income1,126$75,164
Income Deficit602$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,05843.25%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,05856.75¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0580.46

Earnings by Sex in Shelby

Average Earnings in Shelby are $30,917, $38,179 for men and $21,667 for women, a difference of 43.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Shelby
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male825 (59.6%)$38,179
Female560 (40.4%)$21,667
Total1,385 (100.0%)$30,917

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shelby

The most common earnings brackets in Shelby are $100,000+ for men (171 | 20.7%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (99 | 17.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shelby
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less24 (2.9%)41 (7.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99922 (2.7%)35 (6.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)7 (1.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99918 (2.2%)16 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (0.6%)99 (17.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (1.1%)42 (7.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49920 (2.4%)23 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999105 (12.7%)11 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49940 (4.9%)9 (1.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99934 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99958 (7.0%)58 (10.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99968 (8.2%)45 (8.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99935 (4.2%)10 (1.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99947 (5.7%)16 (2.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (2.4%)46 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99923 (2.8%)10 (1.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99924 (2.9%)4 (0.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99933 (4.0%)9 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (8.4%)15 (2.7%)
$100,000+171 (20.7%)64 (11.4%)
Total825 (100.0%)560 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shelby

Average earnings in Shelby are $44,327 for men and $27,361 for women, a difference of 38.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $125,268, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,758. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $102,868, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,139.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shelby
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$25,758$0
High School Diploma$40,119$25,139
College or Associate's Degree$39,718$0
Bachelor's Degree$125,268$102,868
Graduate Degree$103,029$0
Total$44,327$27,361

Family Income in Shelby

Family Income Brackets in Shelby

According to the Shelby family income data, there are 214 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Shelby
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999427.0%
$35,000 to $49,999396.5%
$50,000 to $74,99921435.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911318.8%
$100,000 to $149,9996310.5%
$150,000 to $199,999508.3%
$200,000+8113.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shelby

2-person families (315 | 52.3%) account for the highest median family income in Shelby with $93,047 per family, while 2-person families (315 | 52.3%) have the highest median income of $46,524 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shelby
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families315 (52.3%)$93,047
3-Person Families131 (21.8%)$51,477
4-Person Families46 (7.6%)$0
5-Person Families104 (17.3%)$86,711
6-Person Families6 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total602 (100.0%)$83,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shelby

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shelby
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners46 (7.6%)$0
1 Earner209 (34.7%)$85,905
2 Earners294 (48.8%)$91,429
3+ Earners53 (8.8%)$70,288
Total602 (100.0%)$83,750

Household Income in Shelby

Household Income Brackets in Shelby

With 248 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Shelby, accounting for 22.0% of all households. In contrast, only 18 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Shelby
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000181.6%
$10,000 to $14,999625.5%
$15,000 to $24,99920217.9%
$25,000 to $34,999716.3%
$35,000 to $49,99917215.3%
$50,000 to $74,99924822.0%
$75,000 to $99,99912010.7%
$100,000 to $149,999877.7%
$150,000 to $199,999645.7%
$200,000+817.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shelby

The median household income in Shelby is $51,667, with the highest median household income of $57,313 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 355 households (31.5%) 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 24 households (2.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shelby
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (2.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years372 (33.0%)$52,813
45 to 64 Years355 (31.5%)$57,313
65+ Years375 (33.3%)$36,893
Total1,126 (100.0%)$51,667

Poverty in Shelby

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelby

With 5.5% poverty level for males and 13.4% for females among the residents of Shelby, 15 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (100.0%) and 67 females (47.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelby
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 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (11.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)67 (47.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (12.0%)18 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (21.0%)54 (32.1%)
75 Years and over13 (23.2%)7 (5.2%)
Total71 (5.5%)156 (13.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelby

According to the poverty statistics in Shelby, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shelby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years59 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
5 Years36 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years78 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (100.0%)81 (89.0%)
18 to 24 Years115 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years194 (100.0%)129 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years228 (100.0%)75 (52.8%)
45 to 54 Years140 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years169 (88.0%)208 (92.0%)
65 to 74 Years94 (79.0%)114 (67.9%)
75 Years and over43 (76.8%)127 (94.8%)
Total1,221 (94.5%)1,012 (86.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shelby

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shelby
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children374 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total571 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shelby

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shelby
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 Shelby

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

Employment by Class of Employer in Shelby

Among the 1,251 employed individuals in Shelby, private company employees (593 | 47.4%), local government employees (247 | 19.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (165 | 13.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shelby
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees59347.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)756.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)16513.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations907.2%
Local Government Employees24719.7%
State Government Employees383.0%
Federal Government Employees433.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,251100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shelby

According to the labor force statistics for Shelby, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,682), 47.7% or 1,279 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 76.4% or 139 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.5% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Shelby
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years83 (61.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years139 (76.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years125 (53.2%)5 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years139 (53.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years163 (33.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years185 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years199 (68.9%)11 (5.5%)
60 to 64 Years126 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years103 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,279 (47.7%)17 (1.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shelby

According to labor force statistics for Shelby, 51.5% of individuals (936) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,818) are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 16 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 74.9% or 260 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.2% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shelby
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School33 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma324 (38.8%)13 (1.5%)
College / Associate Degree260 (74.9%)15 (4.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher320 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total936 (51.5%)31 (1.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Shelby

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shelby are Health Diagnosing & Treating (165 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (162 | 12.8%), Management (111 | 8.8%), Health Technologists (95 | 7.5%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (87 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Shelby

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shelby, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (82.1%), Management (74.8%), and Legal Services & Support (40.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shelby
OccupationMaleFemale
Management28 (25.2%)83 (74.8%)
Business & Financial7 (17.9%)32 (82.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 123 (75.9%)39 (24.1%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
Education Instruction & Library26 (65.0%)14 (35.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment71 (81.6%)16 (18.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating114 (69.1%)51 (30.9%)
Health Technologists95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)293 (58.8%)205 (41.2%)
Total (Overall)745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shelby are Food Preparation & Serving (209 | 16.5%), Security & Protection (42 | 3.3%), Law Enforcement (42 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (28 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (18 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Shelby

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Shelby, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (41.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Shelby
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Security & Protection42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving86 (41.1%)123 (58.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)128 (42.9%)170 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shelby are Office & Administration (115 | 9.1%), and Sales & Related (74 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Shelby

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shelby
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related39 (52.7%)35 (47.3%)
Office & Administration12 (10.4%)103 (89.6%)
Total (Category)51 (27.0%)138 (73.0%)
Total (Overall)745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shelby are Construction & Extraction (92 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (28 | 2.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (12 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Shelby

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Shelby
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shelby are Production (58 | 4.6%), Transportation (56 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (33 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shelby

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shelby
OccupationMaleFemale
Production52 (89.7%)6 (10.3%)
Transportation56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)141 (95.9%)6 (4.1%)
Total (Overall)745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shelby

Employment Industries in Shelby

The major employment industries in Shelby include Health Care & Social Assistance (269 | 21.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (221 | 17.5%), Public Administration (114 | 9.0%), Professional & Scientific (96 | 7.6%), and Finance & Insurance (87 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Shelby

Employment Industries by Sex in Shelby

The Shelby 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 Information (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (87.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shelby
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Construction70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade54 (65.8%)28 (34.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance11 (12.6%)76 (87.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific78 (81.2%)18 (18.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Educational Services53 (71.6%)21 (28.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance142 (52.8%)127 (47.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services65 (29.4%)156 (70.6%)
Public Administration75 (65.8%)39 (34.2%)
Total745 (58.9%)519 (41.1%)

Education in Shelby

School Enrollment in Shelby

The most common levels of schooling among the 466 students in Shelby are high school (142 | 30.5%), college / undergraduate (97 | 20.8%), and middle school (88 | 18.9%).
School Enrollment in Shelby
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool296.2%
Kindergarten5511.8%
Elementary School5511.8%
Middle School8818.9%
High School14230.5%
College / Undergraduate9720.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total466100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shelby

Out of a total of 466 students who are enrolled in schools in Shelby, 70 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 396 (85.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 24 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shelby
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old110 (87.3%)16 (12.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds71 (80.7%)17 (19.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds134 (94.4%)8 (5.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
35 Years and over53 (81.5%)12 (18.5%)
Total396 (85.0%)70 (15.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shelby

Business (146 | 25.7%), science & technology (133 | 23.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (109 | 19.2%), arts & humanities (42 | 7.4%), and social sciences (33 | 5.8%) are the most common fields of study among 568 individuals in Shelby who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shelby
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics40.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural10919.2%
Physical & Health Sciences122.1%
Psychology101.8%
Social Sciences335.8%
Engineering40.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies234.1%
Science & Technology13323.4%
Business14625.7%
Education295.1%
Literature & Languages50.9%
Liberal Arts & History132.3%
Visual & Performing Arts50.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities427.4%
Total568100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shelby

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shelby

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shelby are males with 2 vehicles (369, accounting for 50.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (233, making up 71.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shelby
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (0.7%)13 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle87 (11.9%)68 (13.1%)
2 Vehicles369 (50.4%)233 (44.9%)
3 Vehicles105 (14.3%)85 (16.4%)
4 Vehicles79 (10.8%)31 (6.0%)
5 or more Vehicles87 (11.9%)89 (17.2%)
Total732 (100.0%)519 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shelby

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shelby are 5 to 9 minutes (508 commuters, 43.0%), less than 5 minutes (223 commuters, 18.9%), and 15 to 19 minutes (99 commuters, 8.4%).
Commute Time in Shelby
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes22318.9%
5 to 9 Minutes50843.0%
10 to 14 Minutes927.8%
15 to 19 Minutes998.4%
20 to 24 Minutes968.1%
25 to 29 Minutes504.2%
30 to 34 Minutes292.5%
35 to 39 Minutes100.9%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes736.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Shelby

The most common commute times in Shelby are 5 to 9 minutes (227 commuters, 33.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (281 commuters, 57.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Shelby
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes136 (19.8%)87 (17.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes227 (33.0%)281 (57.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes25 (3.6%)67 (13.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes83 (12.1%)16 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes96 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes31 (4.5%)19 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes14 (2.0%)15 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes66 (9.6%)7 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shelby

The most frequent times of departure to work in Shelby are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (158, 23.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (158, 32.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shelby
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (0.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)69 (14.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM53 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM68 (9.9%)10 (2.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM104 (15.1%)28 (5.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM33 (4.8%)16 (3.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM84 (12.2%)158 (32.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM158 (23.0%)22 (4.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM53 (7.7%)67 (13.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (0.9%)26 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM19 (2.8%)11 (2.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM10 (1.5%)1 (0.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM48 (7.0%)72 (14.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM52 (7.6%)8 (1.6%)
Total688 (100.0%)492 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shelby

Occupancy by Ownership in Shelby

Of the total 1,126 dwellings in Shelby, owner-occupied units account for 732 (65.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 394 (35.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shelby
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units73265.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units39435.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,126100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shelby

Occupancy by Household Size in Shelby
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household44739.7%
2-Person Household37133.0%
3-Person Household15213.5%
4+ Person Household15613.9%
Total Housing Units1,126100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shelby

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shelby
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household254 (56.8%)193 (43.2%)
2-Person Household281 (75.7%)90 (24.3%)
3-Person Household101 (66.4%)51 (33.6%)
4+ Person Household96 (61.5%)60 (38.5%)
Total Housing Units732 (65.0%)394 (35.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shelby

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shelby
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School80 (89.9%)9 (10.1%)
High School Diploma227 (62.2%)138 (37.8%)
College/Associate Degree166 (49.3%)171 (50.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher259 (77.3%)76 (22.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shelby

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shelby
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20718.4%
35 to 44 Years18916.8%
45 to 54 Years12711.3%
55 to 64 Years22820.3%
65 to 74 Years21619.2%
75 to 84 Years12711.3%
85 Years and Over322.8%
Total1,126100.0%

Housing Finances in Shelby

Median Income by Occupancy in Shelby

Median Income by Occupancy in Shelby
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied732 (65.0%)$61,154
Renter-Occupied394 (35.0%)$40,000
Average1,126 (100.0%)$51,667

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shelby

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shelby
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (2.2%)46 (11.7%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)36 (9.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999127 (17.3%)39 (9.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99945 (6.1%)26 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (7.8%)115 (29.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (27.2%)49 (12.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (7.6%)65 (16.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99976 (10.4%)11 (2.8%)
$150,000 or more145 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total732 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shelby

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shelby
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30039 (5.3%)28 (7.1%)
$300 to $499139 (19.0%)30 (7.6%)
$500 to $799133 (18.2%)167 (42.4%)
$800 to $999107 (14.6%)41 (10.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499171 (23.4%)110 (27.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99979 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49951 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.8%)17 (4.3%)
Total732 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shelby

Housing Structures in Shelby

Housing Structures in Shelby
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached80571.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments524.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments322.8%
10 or more Apartments12210.8%
Mobile Home / Other11510.2%
Total1,126100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shelby

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shelby
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached639 (79.4%)166 (20.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments19 (15.6%)103 (84.4%)
Mobile Home / Other74 (64.3%)41 (35.6%)
Total732 (65.0%)394 (35.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shelby

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shelby
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)18 (4.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)188 (47.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms197 (26.9%)118 (29.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms274 (37.4%)61 (15.5%)
8 or more Rooms261 (35.7%)9 (2.3%)
Total732 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shelby

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shelby
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas454 (62.0%)253 (64.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity200 (27.3%)141 (35.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels78 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total732 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shelby

Household Vehicle Usage in Shelby
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle13 (1.8%)67 (17.0%)
1 Vehicle213 (29.1%)161 (40.9%)
2 Vehicles337 (46.0%)101 (25.6%)
3 or more Vehicles169 (23.1%)65 (16.5%)
Total732 (100.0%)394 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shelby

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shelby

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units284448
Median Property Value$128,500$201,900
Median Household Income$51,316$128
Monthly Housing Costs$457$13
Real Estate Taxes$1,481$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shelby

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shelby
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00054 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99960 (21.1%)17 (3.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999165 (58.1%)317 (70.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)78 (17.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)36 (8.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more5 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total284 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shelby

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shelby
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (14.1%)111 (24.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (10.2%)5 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999114 (40.1%)28 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (5.6%)85 (19.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (8.8%)40 (8.9%)
$150,000 or more17 (6.0%)51 (11.4%)
Total284 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shelby

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shelby
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x161 (56.7%)74,219 (16,566.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x18 (6.3%)217 (48.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x11 (3.9%)82 (18.3%)
4.0x or more94 (33.1%)9 (2.0%)
Total284 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shelby

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shelby
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80041 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499104 (36.6%)33 (7.4%)
$800 to $1,499139 (48.9%)39 (8.7%)
Total284 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Shelby

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelby

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelby
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years167 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years342 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years251 (78.9%)67 (21.1%)
35 to 44 Years343 (92.7%)27 (7.3%)
45 to 54 Years224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years365 (87.3%)53 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years287 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older190 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,313 (94.0%)147 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shelby

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shelby
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born167 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen342 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shelby

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shelby
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000354 (93.4%)25 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999402 (87.2%)59 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999696 (99.4%)4 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999334 (90.8%)34 (9.2%)
$100,000 and over527 (95.5%)25 (4.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelby

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shelby
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 685 (50.9%)119 (71.3%)
6 to 18 Years224 (65.5%)159 (46.5%)
19 to 25 Years49 (34.0%)100 (69.4%)
25 to 34 Years71 (22.3%)240 (75.5%)
35 to 44 Years175 (47.3%)274 (74.1%)
45 to 54 Years18 (8.0%)206 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years106 (25.4%)275 (65.8%)
65 to 74 Years281 (97.9%)163 (56.8%)
75 Years and over190 (100.0%)154 (81.0%)
Total1,199 (48.7%)1,690 (68.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shelby

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shelby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years63 (20.4%)7 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years100 (17.9%)129 (28.5%)
65 to 74 Years86 (72.3%)53 (31.6%)
75 Years and over39 (69.6%)42 (31.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shelby

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Shelby: <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 Years63 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.2%)15 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years73 (61.3%)41 (24.4%)
75 Years and over39 (69.6%)17 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shelby: <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 Years19 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years69 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)35 (20.8%)
75 Years and over20 (35.7%)17 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shelby: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years63 (20.4%)7 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years46 (8.2%)113 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
75 Years and over7 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shelby: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (3.2%)74 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years77 (64.7%)35 (20.8%)
75 Years and over20 (35.7%)42 (31.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shelby: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (1.4%)15 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years12 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (12.5%)12 (9.0%)

Technology Access in Shelby

Computing Device Access in Shelby

Computing Device Access in Shelby
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop78269.5%
Smartphone90680.5%
Tablet59753.0%
No Computing Device706.2%
Total1,126100.0%

Internet Access in Shelby

Internet Access in Shelby
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home77568.8%
Cellular Data Only16915.0%
Satellite Internet938.3%
No Internet13011.6%
Total1,126100.0%

Shelby Summary

Shelby, Montana is a small city located in the north-central part of the state, in Toole County. It is situated at the intersection of Interstate 15 and U.S. Highway 2, and is the county seat of Toole County. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 people, and is the largest city in the county.

History

Shelby was founded in 1909, when the Great Northern Railway was built through the area. The city was named after the railroad's president, Charles M. Shelby. The city was incorporated in 1910, and the first mayor was elected in 1911.
The city grew rapidly in the early 20th century, and by the 1920s, it had become a major agricultural center. The city was also home to a large number of oil wells, and the oil industry was a major contributor to the city's economy.
In the 1950s, the city began to experience a decline in population, as many of the oil wells were depleted and the agricultural industry began to decline. However, the city has experienced a resurgence in recent years, as it has become a popular tourist destination.

Geography

Shelby is located in the north-central part of Montana, in Toole County. It is situated at the intersection of Interstate 15 and U.S. Highway 2, and is the county seat of Toole County. The city is located in the Rocky Mountain Front, and is surrounded by the Rocky Mountains to the west and the Great Plains to the east.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, of which 4.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of 3,400 feet above sea level.

Economy

Shelby's economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The city is home to a number of farms, and the agricultural industry is a major contributor to the city's economy. The city is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Toole County Museum, the Shelby Rodeo, and the Great Northern Railway Museum.
The city is also home to a number of businesses, including a number of restaurants, hotels, and retail stores. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a number of oil and gas companies.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 3,074 people. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shelby?
Total Population of Shelby is 3,058.
What is the Total Male Population of Shelby?
Total Male Population of Shelby is 1,865.
What is the Total Female Population of Shelby?
Total Female Population of Shelby is 1,193.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shelby?
There are 156.33 Males per 100 Females in Shelby.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shelby?
There are 63.97 Females per 100 Males in Shelby.
What is the Median Population Age in Shelby?
Median Population Age in Shelby is 42.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shelby
Average Family Size in Shelby is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shelby
Average Household Size in Shelby is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shelby?
Per Capita income in Shelby is $30,341.
What is the Median Family Income in Shelby?
Median Family Income in Shelby is $83,750.
What is the Median Household income in Shelby?
Median Household Income in Shelby is $51,667.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shelby?
Income or Wage Gap in Shelby is 43.2%.
Women in Shelby earn 56.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shelby?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shelby is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shelby?
There are 1,279 People in the Labor Forcein in Shelby.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shelby?
47.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Shelby.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shelby?
Unemployment Rate in Shelby is 1.3%.