Shirley, NY

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Shirley Overview

26,498
TOTAL POPULATION
13,600
MALE POPULATION
12,898
FEMALE POPULATION
105.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,537
PER CAPITA INCOME
$123,269
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$109,821
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,528
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Shirley Zip Codes

Shirley Area Codes

Race in Shirley

The most populous races in Shirley are White / Caucasian (19,470 | 73.5%), Hispanic or Latino (6,211 | 23.4%), and Two or more Races (2,137 | 8.1%).
Race in Shirley
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,4255.4%
Black / African American2,0387.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific70.0%
Hispanic or Latino6,21123.4%
Native / Alaskan220.1%
White / Caucasian19,47073.5%
Two or more Races2,1378.1%
Some other Race1,3995.3%
Total26,498100.0%

Ancestry in Shirley

The most populous ancestries reported in Shirley are Italian (6,705 | 25.3%), Irish (4,416 | 16.7%), German (3,399 | 12.8%), Puerto Rican (2,330 | 8.8%), and Central American (1,787 | 6.7%), together accounting for 70.3% of all Shirley residents.
Ancestry in Shirley
Ancestry# Population% Population
African280.1%
Albanian260.1%
American9583.6%
Arab560.2%
Armenian70.0%
Australian50.0%
Austrian530.2%
Bhutanese140.1%
British West Indian1580.6%
Bulgarian140.1%
Canadian260.1%
Central American1,7876.7%
Central American Indian1280.5%
Cherokee180.1%
Colombian2490.9%
Costa Rican240.1%
Creek60.0%
Croatian90.0%
Cuban110.0%
Czech1080.4%
Czechoslovakian1640.6%
Danish1290.5%
Dominican4001.5%
Dutch630.2%
Eastern European230.1%
Ecuadorian1430.5%
Egyptian330.1%
English6402.4%
European1750.7%
Filipino1540.6%
Finnish230.1%
French4291.6%
French Canadian290.1%
German3,39912.8%
Greek6152.3%
Guatemalan2701.0%
Guyanese2340.9%
Haitian180.1%
Honduran2320.9%
Hungarian1050.4%
Indian (Asian)3421.3%
Irish4,41616.7%
Italian6,70525.3%
Jamaican1020.4%
Japanese140.1%
Korean850.3%
Lebanese230.1%
Lithuanian380.1%
Mexican9013.4%
Native Hawaiian70.0%
Nicaraguan260.1%
Norwegian530.2%
Panamanian490.2%
Peruvian90.0%
Polish9263.5%
Portuguese270.1%
Puerto Rican2,3308.8%
Romanian530.2%
Russian1650.6%
Salvadoran1,1864.5%
Scandinavian520.2%
Scotch-Irish200.1%
Scottish830.3%
Slavic190.1%
South American4511.7%
Spaniard1910.7%
Spanish700.3%
Sri Lankan750.3%
Subsaharan African280.1%
Swedish1090.4%
Swiss130.1%
Thai2851.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian290.1%
Turkish580.2%
Ukrainian790.3%
Venezuelan500.2%
Welsh100.0%
West Indian220.1%
Yugoslavian120.1%
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Immigrants in Shirley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shirley came from Latin America (1,902 | 7.2%), Central America (1,177 | 4.4%), Asia (907 | 3.4%), South Central Asia (551 | 2.1%), and El Salvador (463 | 1.8%), together accounting for 18.9% of all Shirley residents.
Immigrants in Shirley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa330.1%
Albania180.1%
Asia9073.4%
Bangladesh100.0%
Bulgaria140.1%
Canada550.2%
Caribbean3371.3%
Central America1,1774.4%
China2771.1%
Colombia1210.5%
Costa Rica240.1%
Croatia90.0%
Cuba70.0%
Dominican Republic1100.4%
Eastern Asia2771.1%
Eastern Europe1790.7%
Ecuador840.3%
Egypt330.1%
El Salvador4631.8%
England150.1%
Europe3451.3%
France130.1%
Germany100.0%
Guatemala180.1%
Guyana980.4%
Haiti790.3%
Honduras1960.7%
Hong Kong70.0%
India980.4%
Iran280.1%
Ireland100.0%
Italy520.2%
Jamaica1120.4%
Latin America1,9027.2%
Malaysia340.1%
Mexico4501.7%
Netherlands120.1%
Nicaragua260.1%
Northern Africa330.1%
Northern Europe390.2%
Pakistan4151.6%
Philippines290.1%
Poland630.2%
Portugal150.1%
Romania530.2%
Russia160.1%
Scotland140.1%
South America3881.5%
South Central Asia5512.1%
South Eastern Asia790.3%
Southern Europe920.4%
Taiwan840.3%
Trinidad and Tobago290.1%
Venezuela850.3%
Vietnam160.1%
Western Europe350.1%
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Sex and Age in Shirley

Sex and Age in Shirley

The most populous age groups in Shirley are 55 to 59 Years (1,582 | 11.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,276 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Shirley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years850 (6.2%)592 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years816 (6.0%)917 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Years1,224 (9.0%)535 (4.2%)
15 to 19 Years794 (5.8%)962 (7.5%)
20 to 24 Years801 (5.9%)790 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Years759 (5.6%)1,051 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Years806 (5.9%)759 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Years929 (6.8%)521 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Years844 (6.2%)1,080 (8.4%)
45 to 49 Years930 (6.8%)1,109 (8.6%)
50 to 54 Years771 (5.7%)561 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years1,582 (11.6%)1,276 (9.9%)
60 to 64 Years853 (6.3%)889 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years620 (4.6%)546 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years688 (5.1%)847 (6.6%)
75 to 79 Years185 (1.4%)135 (1.1%)
80 to 84 Years69 (0.5%)37 (0.3%)
85 Years and over79 (0.6%)291 (2.3%)
Total13,600 (100.0%)12,898 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Shirley

Median Family Size in Shirley

The median family size in Shirley is 3.66 persons per family, with single male/father families (588 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.82 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,104 | 17.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.56 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Shirley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,466 (72.5%)3.66
Single Male/Father588 (9.6%)3.82
Single Female/Mother1,104 (17.9%)3.56
Total Families6,158 (100.0%)3.66

Median Household Size in Shirley

The median household size in Shirley is 3.24 persons per household, with single male/father households (588 | 7.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.6 persons per household. non-family households (1,932 | 23.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.51 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Shirley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,466 (55.2%)3.68
Single Male/Father588 (7.3%)4.60
Single Female/Mother1,104 (13.7%)3.76
Non-family1,932 (23.9%)1.51
Total Households8,090 (100.0%)3.24

Household Size by Marriage Status in Shirley

Out of a total of 8,090 households in Shirley, 6,158 (76.1%) are family households, while 1,932 (23.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,734, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,319.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shirley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,319 (16.3%)
2-Person Households1,734 (21.4%)526 (6.5%)
3-Person Households1,674 (20.7%)44 (0.5%)
4-Person Households1,277 (15.8%)7 (0.1%)
5-Person Households943 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households293 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households237 (2.9%)36 (0.4%)
Total6,158 (76.1%)1,932 (23.9%)

Female Fertility in Shirley

Fertility by Age in Shirley

Average fertility rate in Shirley is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 127.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Shirley
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years330 (78.8%)127.0
35 to 50 years89 (21.2%)32.0
Total419 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shirley

38.9% of women with births (419) in Shirley are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 66.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 40.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shirley
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years110 (33.3%)220 (66.7%)
35 to 50 years53 (59.6%)36 (40.5%)
Total163 (38.9%)256 (61.1%)

Fertility by Education in Shirley

Average fertility rate in Shirley is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 142.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 32.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Shirley
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School53 (12.7%)48.0
High School Diploma125 (29.8%)68.0
College or Associate's Degree92 (22.0%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree137 (32.7%)142.0
Graduate Degree12 (2.9%)22.0
Total419 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shirley

61.1% of women with births in Shirley are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 98.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shirley
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School1 (1.9%)52 (98.1%)
High School Diploma42 (33.6%)83 (66.4%)
College or Associate's Degree56 (60.9%)36 (39.1%)
Bachelor's Degree52 (38.0%)85 (62.0%)
Graduate Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total163 (38.9%)256 (61.1%)

Income in Shirley

Income Overview in Shirley

Per Capita Income in Shirley is $48,537, while median incomes of families and households are $123,269 and $109,821 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income26,498$48,537
Median Family Income6,158$123,269
Mean Family Income6,158$176,341
Median Household Income8,090$109,821
Mean Household Income8,090$156,964
Income Deficit6,158$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)26,49821.19%
Wage / Income Gap ($)26,49878.81¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index26,4980.49

Earnings by Sex in Shirley

Average Earnings in Shirley are $51,919, $58,952 for men and $46,463 for women, a difference of 21.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Shirley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,377 (52.8%)$58,952
Female6,603 (47.2%)$46,463
Total13,980 (100.0%)$51,919

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shirley

The most common earnings brackets in Shirley are $100,000+ for men (1,560 | 21.1%) and $100,000+ for women (1,217 | 18.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shirley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less195 (2.6%)138 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999141 (1.9%)158 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499146 (2.0%)105 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99952 (0.7%)213 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49995 (1.3%)183 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999142 (1.9%)201 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499178 (2.4%)265 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,999183 (2.5%)19 (0.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49986 (1.2%)86 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999212 (2.9%)83 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999419 (5.7%)353 (5.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999307 (4.2%)335 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999258 (3.5%)290 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999241 (3.3%)718 (10.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999348 (4.7%)394 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999472 (6.4%)485 (7.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999497 (6.7%)309 (4.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999843 (11.4%)306 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,002 (13.6%)745 (11.3%)
$100,000+1,560 (21.1%)1,217 (18.4%)
Total7,377 (100.0%)6,603 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shirley

Average earnings in Shirley are $67,978 for men and $51,084 for women, a difference of 24.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $57,198. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $79,219, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,461.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$66,308$27,461
High School Diploma$57,198$50,944
College or Associate's Degree$73,377$51,161
Bachelor's Degree$65,417$61,094
Graduate Degree$83,750$79,219
Total$67,978$51,084

Family Income in Shirley

Family Income Brackets in Shirley

According to the Shirley family income data, there are 1,398 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 37 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Shirley
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001973.2%
$10,000 to $14,999370.6%
$15,000 to $24,999490.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993335.4%
$35,000 to $49,9994747.7%
$50,000 to $74,9995238.5%
$75,000 to $99,99978812.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,39222.6%
$150,000 to $199,99996115.6%
$200,000+1,39822.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shirley

7+ person families (90 | 1.5%) account for the highest median family income in Shirley with $196,250 per family, while 2-person families (1,945 | 31.6%) have the highest median income of $45,814 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shirley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,945 (31.6%)$91,629
3-Person Families1,635 (26.6%)$118,795
4-Person Families1,233 (20.0%)$144,180
5-Person Families843 (13.7%)$166,438
6-Person Families412 (6.7%)$187,386
7+ Person Families90 (1.5%)$196,250
Total6,158 (100.0%)$123,269

Family Income by Number of Earners in Shirley

The median family income in Shirley is $123,269, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,245) having the highest median family income of $208,750, while families with no earners (759) have the lowest median family income of $43,624, accounting for 20.2% and 12.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shirley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners759 (12.3%)$43,624
1 Earner1,702 (27.6%)$85,500
2 Earners2,452 (39.8%)$141,358
3+ Earners1,245 (20.2%)$208,750
Total6,158 (100.0%)$123,269

Household Income in Shirley

Household Income Brackets in Shirley

With 1,634 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Shirley, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 81 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Shirley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004375.4%
$10,000 to $14,999811.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991702.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995026.2%
$35,000 to $49,9995747.1%
$50,000 to $74,9997779.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991,12513.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991,63420.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991,23015.2%
$200,000+1,56119.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Shirley

The median household income in Shirley is $109,821, with the highest median household income of $134,340 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,755 households (46.4%) 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 197 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Shirley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years197 (2.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years2,076 (25.7%)$121,731
45 to 64 Years3,755 (46.4%)$134,340
65+ Years2,062 (25.5%)$66,581
Total8,090 (100.0%)$109,821

Poverty in Shirley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley

With 7.4% poverty level for males and 9.0% for females among the residents of Shirley, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (27.7%) and 82 females (36.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years105 (12.5%)36 (6.5%)
5 Years28 (27.7%)31 (14.1%)
6 to 11 Years145 (12.4%)20 (2.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)17 (8.3%)
15 Years23 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years45 (12.0%)82 (36.0%)
18 to 24 Years33 (3.4%)240 (20.4%)
25 to 34 Years43 (2.8%)172 (9.5%)
35 to 44 Years55 (3.1%)96 (6.0%)
45 to 54 Years58 (3.4%)150 (9.0%)
55 to 64 Years309 (12.7%)132 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years117 (8.9%)129 (9.3%)
75 Years and over31 (9.3%)36 (7.8%)
Total992 (7.4%)1,141 (9.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shirley

According to the poverty statistics in Shirley, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 15 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 Years732 (87.5%)518 (93.5%)
5 Years73 (72.3%)189 (85.9%)
6 to 11 Years1,025 (87.6%)913 (97.9%)
12 to 14 Years753 (100.0%)187 (91.7%)
15 Years120 (83.9%)251 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years330 (88.0%)146 (64.0%)
18 to 24 Years946 (96.6%)938 (79.6%)
25 to 34 Years1,513 (97.2%)1,638 (90.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,718 (96.9%)1,505 (94.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,643 (96.6%)1,520 (91.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,126 (87.3%)2,033 (93.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,191 (91.1%)1,264 (90.7%)
75 Years and over302 (90.7%)427 (92.2%)
Total12,472 (92.6%)11,529 (91.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shirley

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shirley show that 1.9% or 83 of the total 4,466 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.1%, comprising of 49 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shirley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,277 (97.9%)49 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children1,887 (98.2%)34 (1.8%)
3 or 4 Children169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,383 (98.1%)83 (1.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shirley

According to the poverty data in Shirley, 8.2% or 48 single-father households and 16.9% or 187 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 households (12.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 households (45.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shirley
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children15 (7.0%)62 (8.9%)
1 or 2 Children33 (12.0%)65 (29.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)60 (45.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (8.2%)187 (16.9%)

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

The poverty data for Shirley shows that 83 of the married-couple family households (1.9%) and 235 of the single-parent households (13.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 49 households (2.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (27.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shirley
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children49 (2.1%)77 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children34 (1.8%)98 (19.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)60 (27.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (1.9%)235 (13.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Shirley

Employment by Class of Employer in Shirley

Among the 12,464 employed individuals in Shirley, private company employees (8,479 | 68.0%), local government employees (1,091 | 8.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (838 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Shirley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,47968.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7065.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2442.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations8386.7%
Local Government Employees1,0918.7%
State Government Employees3392.7%
Federal Government Employees7305.9%
Unpaid Family Workers370.3%
Total12,464100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Shirley

According to the labor force statistics for Shirley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,170), 63.9% or 13,528 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 866 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.2% or 1,380 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.0% or 335 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Shirley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years354 (26.0%)57 (16.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,290 (81.1%)335 (26.0%)
25 to 29 Years1,522 (84.1%)30 (2.0%)
30 to 34 Years1,380 (88.2%)40 (2.9%)
35 to 44 Years2,925 (86.7%)243 (8.3%)
45 to 54 Years2,693 (79.9%)51 (1.9%)
55 to 59 Years1,838 (64.3%)40 (2.2%)
60 to 64 Years998 (57.3%)33 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years500 (18.5%)34 (6.8%)
75 Years and over29 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total13,528 (63.9%)866 (6.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shirley

According to labor force statistics for Shirley, 77.2% of individuals (11,364) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,720) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 432 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 88.9% or 2,685 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.1% or 288 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School914 (62.0%)68 (4.6%)
High School Diploma3,550 (68.2%)422 (8.1%)
College / Associate Degree4,211 (83.9%)25 (0.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,685 (88.9%)97 (3.2%)
Total11,364 (77.2%)559 (3.8%)

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 (1,219 | 9.6%), Management (977 | 7.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (811 | 6.4%), Business & Financial (683 | 5.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (563 | 4.4%).
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 Architecture & Engineering (75.4%), Legal Services & Support (72.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (97.3%), Education Instruction & Library (86.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (81.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management616 (63.0%)361 (36.9%)
Business & Financial309 (45.2%)374 (54.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science355 (68.7%)162 (31.3%)
Computers & Mathematics136 (70.8%)56 (29.2%)
Architecture & Engineering129 (75.4%)42 (24.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science90 (58.4%)64 (41.6%)
Community & Social Service 286 (23.5%)933 (76.5%)
Education, Arts & Media62 (18.4%)274 (81.6%)
Legal Services & Support86 (72.3%)33 (27.7%)
Education Instruction & Library75 (13.3%)488 (86.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment63 (31.3%)138 (68.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating162 (20.0%)649 (80.0%)
Health Technologists13 (2.8%)459 (97.3%)
Total (Category)1,728 (41.1%)2,479 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Shirley are Healthcare Support (770 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (680 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (495 | 3.9%), Security & Protection (459 | 3.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (258 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Shirley

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Shirley, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (81.9%), Law Enforcement (73.6%), and Security & Protection (67.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (75.0%), and Personal Care & Service (58.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support80 (10.4%)690 (89.6%)
Security & Protection308 (67.1%)151 (32.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention160 (62.0%)98 (38.0%)
Law Enforcement148 (73.6%)53 (26.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving124 (25.1%)371 (75.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance557 (81.9%)123 (18.1%)
Personal Care & Service88 (41.3%)125 (58.7%)
Total (Category)1,157 (44.2%)1,460 (55.8%)
Total (Overall)6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shirley are Office & Administration (1,395 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (1,109 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Shirley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related752 (67.8%)357 (32.2%)
Office & Administration344 (24.7%)1,051 (75.3%)
Total (Category)1,096 (43.8%)1,408 (56.2%)
Total (Overall)6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shirley are Construction & Extraction (1,107 | 8.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (617 | 4.9%).
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 & Extraction1,095 (98.9%)12 (1.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair616 (99.8%)1 (0.2%)
Total (Category)1,711 (99.3%)13 (0.7%)
Total (Overall)6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shirley are Transportation (641 | 5.1%), Production (563 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (389 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Shirley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Shirley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production338 (60.0%)225 (40.0%)
Transportation559 (87.2%)82 (12.8%)
Material Moving135 (34.7%)254 (65.3%)
Total (Category)1,032 (64.8%)561 (35.2%)
Total (Overall)6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley

Employment Industries in Shirley

The major employment industries in Shirley include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,229 | 17.6%), Retail Trade (1,492 | 11.8%), Manufacturing (1,415 | 11.2%), Construction (1,411 | 11.2%), and Educational Services (1,000 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Shirley

Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley

The Shirley industries that see more men than women are Utilities (92.7%), Construction (86.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (81.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (78.3%), and Public Administration (72.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shirley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,220 (86.5%)191 (13.5%)
Manufacturing867 (61.3%)548 (38.7%)
Wholesale Trade191 (66.1%)98 (33.9%)
Retail Trade1,124 (75.3%)368 (24.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing524 (81.5%)119 (18.5%)
Utilities102 (92.7%)8 (7.3%)
Information112 (49.1%)116 (50.9%)
Finance & Insurance180 (58.4%)128 (41.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing95 (50.3%)94 (49.7%)
Professional & Scientific552 (59.2%)380 (40.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support432 (69.8%)187 (30.2%)
Educational Services305 (30.5%)695 (69.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance468 (21.0%)1,761 (79.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation108 (42.5%)146 (57.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services95 (21.7%)343 (78.3%)
Public Administration214 (27.3%)569 (72.7%)
Total6,724 (53.2%)5,921 (46.8%)

Education in Shirley

School Enrollment in Shirley

The most common levels of schooling among the 5,970 students in Shirley are high school (1,595 | 26.7%), elementary school (1,320 | 22.1%), and middle school (1,299 | 21.8%).
School Enrollment in Shirley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2514.2%
Kindergarten2704.5%
Elementary School1,32022.1%
Middle School1,29921.8%
High School1,59526.7%
College / Undergraduate1,00916.9%
Graduate / Professional2263.8%
Total5,970100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shirley

Out of a total of 5,970 students who are enrolled in schools in Shirley, 597 (10.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,373 (90.0%) 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 120 (58.3% 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 969 (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 Olds86 (41.7%)120 (58.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,510 (93.0%)113 (7.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,707 (97.0%)52 (3.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds969 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds441 (80.3%)108 (19.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds418 (88.2%)56 (11.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds139 (60.7%)90 (39.3%)
35 Years and over102 (63.3%)59 (36.6%)
Total5,373 (90.0%)597 (10.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shirley

Business (704 | 19.2%), education (556 | 15.2%), science & technology (471 | 12.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (250 | 6.8%), and psychology (248 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 3,667 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 & Mathematics862.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2506.8%
Physical & Health Sciences1845.0%
Psychology2486.8%
Social Sciences2155.9%
Engineering1764.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies100.3%
Science & Technology47112.8%
Business70419.2%
Education55615.2%
Literature & Languages822.2%
Liberal Arts & History1875.1%
Visual & Performing Arts1714.7%
Communications1433.9%
Arts & Humanities1845.0%
Total3,667100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Shirley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shirley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shirley are males with 2 vehicles (2,097, accounting for 31.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,074, making up 35.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shirley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle162 (2.5%)116 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle657 (10.0%)782 (13.4%)
2 Vehicles2,097 (31.8%)2,074 (35.5%)
3 Vehicles1,734 (26.3%)1,262 (21.6%)
4 Vehicles1,702 (25.8%)1,218 (20.9%)
5 or more Vehicles240 (3.6%)385 (6.6%)
Total6,592 (100.0%)5,837 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Shirley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shirley are 30 to 34 minutes (2,265 commuters, 19.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,791 commuters, 15.0%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,367 commuters, 11.5%).
Commute Time in Shirley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1781.5%
5 to 9 Minutes4093.4%
10 to 14 Minutes9477.9%
15 to 19 Minutes1,1669.8%
20 to 24 Minutes1,79115.0%
25 to 29 Minutes9097.6%
30 to 34 Minutes2,26519.0%
35 to 39 Minutes2662.2%
40 to 44 Minutes7816.5%
45 to 59 Minutes1,36711.5%
60 to 89 Minutes9167.7%
90 or more Minutes9477.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Shirley

The most common commute times in Shirley are 30 to 34 minutes (1,024 commuters, 16.3%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,241 commuters, 22.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Shirley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes91 (1.4%)87 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes160 (2.5%)249 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes425 (6.7%)522 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes532 (8.4%)634 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes679 (10.8%)1,112 (19.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes441 (7.0%)468 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,024 (16.3%)1,241 (22.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes136 (2.2%)130 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes609 (9.7%)172 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes850 (13.5%)517 (9.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes667 (10.6%)249 (4.4%)
90 or more Minutes687 (10.9%)260 (4.6%)

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 (1,011, 16.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (951, 16.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shirley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM689 (10.9%)147 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM587 (9.3%)144 (2.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM298 (4.7%)332 (5.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM689 (10.9%)345 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM546 (8.7%)381 (6.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,011 (16.1%)951 (16.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM379 (6.0%)501 (8.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM553 (8.8%)664 (11.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM218 (3.5%)471 (8.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM327 (5.2%)389 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM82 (1.3%)165 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM258 (4.1%)72 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM444 (7.0%)361 (6.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM220 (3.5%)718 (12.7%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)5,641 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Shirley

Occupancy by Ownership in Shirley

Of the total 8,090 dwellings in Shirley, owner-occupied units account for 7,376 (91.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 714 (8.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Shirley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,37691.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7148.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,090100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Shirley

Occupancy by Household Size in Shirley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,31916.3%
2-Person Household2,26027.9%
3-Person Household1,71821.2%
4+ Person Household2,79334.5%
Total Housing Units8,090100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shirley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shirley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,154 (87.5%)165 (12.5%)
2-Person Household2,105 (93.1%)155 (6.9%)
3-Person Household1,524 (88.7%)194 (11.3%)
4+ Person Household2,593 (92.8%)200 (7.2%)
Total Housing Units7,376 (91.2%)714 (8.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shirley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shirley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School593 (83.5%)117 (16.5%)
High School Diploma2,420 (89.0%)298 (11.0%)
College/Associate Degree2,771 (96.6%)99 (3.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,592 (88.8%)200 (11.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shirley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shirley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,00112.4%
35 to 44 Years1,27215.7%
45 to 54 Years1,47418.2%
55 to 64 Years2,28128.2%
65 to 74 Years1,52318.8%
75 to 84 Years2523.1%
85 Years and Over2873.5%
Total8,090100.0%

Housing Finances in Shirley

Median Income by Occupancy in Shirley

Median Income by Occupancy in Shirley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,376 (91.2%)$116,870
Renter-Occupied714 (8.8%)$46,829
Average8,090 (100.0%)$109,821

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shirley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shirley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000202 (2.7%)148 (20.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99987 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99949 (0.7%)33 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99931 (0.4%)30 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $24,999108 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999400 (5.4%)102 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999520 (7.0%)55 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999655 (8.9%)121 (17.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,088 (14.7%)40 (5.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,546 (21.0%)89 (12.5%)
$150,000 or more2,690 (36.5%)96 (13.5%)
Total7,376 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shirley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shirley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30032 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49946 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799132 (1.8%)1 (0.1%)
$800 to $999524 (7.1%)43 (6.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,391 (18.9%)113 (15.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,069 (14.5%)171 (23.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,538 (20.8%)120 (16.8%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,526 (20.7%)162 (22.7%)
$3,000 or more1,118 (15.2%)51 (7.1%)
Total7,376 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Shirley

Housing Structures in Shirley

Housing Structures in Shirley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,74195.7%
Single Unit, Attached801.0%
2 Unit Apartments380.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments831.0%
10 or more Apartments1071.3%
Mobile Home / Other410.5%
Total8,090100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shirley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shirley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached7,193 (92.9%)548 (7.1%)
Single Unit, Attached49 (61.3%)31 (38.8%)
2 Unit Apartments13 (34.2%)25 (65.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments38 (45.8%)45 (54.2%)
10 or more Apartments42 (39.3%)65 (60.8%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,376 (91.2%)714 (8.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shirley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shirley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room1 (0.0%)13 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms167 (2.3%)84 (11.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,925 (26.1%)325 (45.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,276 (44.4%)204 (28.6%)
8 or more Rooms2,007 (27.2%)88 (12.3%)
Total7,376 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shirley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shirley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas308 (4.2%)108 (15.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas276 (3.7%)17 (2.4%)
Electricity277 (3.8%)68 (9.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6,011 (81.5%)521 (73.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels491 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used13 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,376 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Shirley

Household Vehicle Usage in Shirley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle231 (3.1%)87 (12.2%)
1 Vehicle1,792 (24.3%)171 (23.9%)
2 Vehicles2,717 (36.8%)332 (46.5%)
3 or more Vehicles2,636 (35.7%)124 (17.4%)
Total7,376 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Shirley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shirley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,2835,093
Median Property Value$335,300$366,200
Median Household Income$72,351$2,180
Monthly Housing Costs$1,204$1,101
Real Estate Taxes$8,442$45

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shirley
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00031 (1.4%)94 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99917 (0.7%)17 (0.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999749 (32.8%)1,192 (23.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,338 (58.6%)3,314 (65.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999122 (5.3%)341 (6.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)33 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more26 (1.1%)102 (2.0%)
Total2,283 (100.0%)5,093 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shirley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000225 (9.9%)149 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99992 (4.0%)64 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999150 (6.6%)96 (1.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999385 (16.9%)250 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999304 (13.3%)135 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999185 (8.1%)351 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999432 (18.9%)903 (17.7%)
$150,000 or more510 (22.3%)1,114 (21.9%)
Total2,283 (100.0%)5,093 (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 2.0x399 (17.5%)134,273 (2,636.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x462 (20.2%)1,690 (33.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x322 (14.1%)1,318 (25.9%)
4.0x or more1,086 (47.6%)669 (13.1%)
Total2,283 (100.0%)5,093 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shirley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shirley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80017 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49973 (3.2%)76 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,4992,178 (95.4%)41 (0.8%)
Total2,283 (100.0%)5,093 (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 Years1,646 (93.4%)117 (6.6%)
6 to 18 Years4,570 (98.7%)62 (1.3%)
19 to 25 Years2,020 (90.4%)215 (9.6%)
26 to 34 Years2,627 (87.5%)375 (12.5%)
35 to 44 Years3,121 (92.5%)253 (7.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,265 (96.9%)106 (3.1%)
55 to 64 Years4,396 (95.6%)204 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,682 (99.3%)19 (0.7%)
75 Years and older796 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25,123 (94.9%)1,351 (5.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shirley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,646 (93.4%)117 (6.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,570 (98.7%)62 (1.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,020 (90.4%)215 (9.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shirley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shirley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,312 (89.4%)156 (10.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,665 (96.9%)84 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,818 (96.0%)76 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,806 (91.5%)259 (8.5%)
$100,000 and over16,268 (95.6%)757 (4.4%)

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 6667 (37.8%)984 (55.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,315 (28.4%)3,469 (74.9%)
19 to 25 Years437 (19.6%)1,705 (76.3%)
25 to 34 Years543 (18.1%)2,153 (71.7%)
35 to 44 Years501 (14.8%)2,620 (77.6%)
45 to 54 Years696 (20.6%)2,827 (83.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,217 (26.5%)3,806 (82.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,564 (94.9%)1,613 (59.7%)
75 Years and over796 (100.0%)479 (60.2%)
Total8,736 (33.0%)19,656 (74.3%)

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 Years139 (5.4%)114 (5.9%)
18 to 34 Years124 (4.7%)149 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years501 (8.5%)710 (13.1%)
65 to 74 Years316 (24.2%)302 (21.7%)
75 Years and over102 (30.6%)109 (23.5%)

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%)6 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years158 (2.7%)45 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years102 (7.8%)67 (4.8%)
75 Years and over30 (9.0%)48 (10.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years40 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years61 (1.0%)85 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years48 (3.7%)91 (6.5%)
75 Years and over22 (6.6%)50 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years115 (4.5%)99 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years104 (3.9%)99 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years122 (2.1%)78 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years47 (3.6%)66 (4.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)58 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)56 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years361 (6.1%)370 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years246 (18.8%)211 (15.1%)
75 Years and over31 (9.3%)80 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Shirley: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years39 (1.5%)23 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years170 (2.9%)118 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years105 (8.0%)53 (3.8%)
75 Years and over15 (4.5%)33 (7.1%)

Technology Access in Shirley

Computing Device Access in Shirley

Computing Device Access in Shirley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7,00786.6%
Smartphone7,23389.4%
Tablet5,59869.2%
No Computing Device4075.0%
Total8,090100.0%

Internet Access in Shirley

Internet Access in Shirley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home6,91085.4%
Cellular Data Only4866.0%
Satellite Internet3294.1%
No Internet5586.9%
Total8,090100.0%

Shirley Summary

Shirley, New York is a hamlet located in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, New York. It is situated on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 60 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the hamlets of Mastic Beach to the east, Yaphank to the west, and Mastic to the north.

History

Shirley was originally inhabited by the Secatogue Indians, a branch of the Algonquin tribe. The area was first settled by Europeans in the mid-17th century, and the hamlet was named after the Shirley family, who were among the first settlers. The Shirley family owned a large tract of land in the area, and the hamlet was officially established in 1790.
In the 19th century, the hamlet was a popular summer resort destination for wealthy New Yorkers. The area was known for its beaches, fishing, and hunting. In the early 20th century, the hamlet began to develop into a residential community, and by the 1950s, it had become a popular bedroom community for commuters to New York City.

Geography

Shirley is located on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 60 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the hamlets of Mastic Beach to the east, Yaphank to the west, and Mastic to the north. The hamlet is situated on the south shore of Long Island, and is surrounded by the Great South Bay and the Carmans River.
The terrain of Shirley is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The hamlet is located in the Pine Barrens, a large area of pine forest and wetlands. The area is known for its diverse wildlife, including white-tailed deer, foxes, and various species of birds.

Economy

Shirley’s economy is largely based on tourism and retail. The hamlet is home to several popular tourist attractions, including the Long Island Game Farm, the Long Island Aquarium, and the Splish Splash Water Park. The hamlet is also home to several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe’s Home Improvement store, and a Target.
The hamlet is also home to several industrial and manufacturing businesses, including a concrete plant, a lumber yard, and a metal fabrication plant. The hamlet is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, bars, and shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Shirley was 20,217. The racial makeup of the hamlet was 79.3% White, 11.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.7% of the population.
The median household income in Shirley was $68,945, and the median family income was $76,945. The per capita income was $30,945. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Shirley?
Total Population of Shirley is 26,498.
What is the Total Male Population of Shirley?
Total Male Population of Shirley is 13,600.
What is the Total Female Population of Shirley?
Total Female Population of Shirley is 12,898.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shirley?
There are 105.44 Males per 100 Females in Shirley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shirley?
There are 94.84 Females per 100 Males in Shirley.
What is the Median Population Age in Shirley?
Median Population Age in Shirley is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shirley
Average Family Size in Shirley is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shirley
Average Household Size in Shirley is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shirley?
Per Capita income in Shirley is $48,537.
What is the Median Family Income in Shirley?
Median Family Income in Shirley is $123,269.
What is the Median Household income in Shirley?
Median Household Income in Shirley is $109,821.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shirley?
Income or Wage Gap in Shirley is 21.2%.
Women in Shirley earn 78.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shirley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shirley is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shirley?
There are 13,528 People in the Labor Forcein in Shirley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shirley?
63.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Shirley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shirley?
Unemployment Rate in Shirley is 6.4%.