Shepherdstown, WV
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1,612
TOTAL POPULATION
676
MALE POPULATION
936
FEMALE POPULATION
72.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
138.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
22.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,508
PER CAPITA INCOME
$120,885
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,875
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
90.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
9.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
768
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Shepherdstown Area Codes
Race in Shepherdstown
The most populous races in Shepherdstown are White / Caucasian (1,172 | 72.7%), Black / African American (404 | 25.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (28 | 1.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 404 | 25.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 28 | 1.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,172 | 72.7% |
| Two or more Races | 9 | 0.6% |
| Some other Race | 27 | 1.7% |
| Total | 1,612 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Shepherdstown
The most populous ancestries reported in Shepherdstown are German (237 | 14.7%), Irish (235 | 14.6%), English (103 | 6.4%), Italian (69 | 4.3%), and Scotch-Irish (59 | 3.7%), together accounting for 43.6% of all Shepherdstown residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 9 | 0.6% |
| American | 23 | 1.4% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 13 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 12 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.6% |
| English | 103 | 6.4% |
| European | 18 | 1.1% |
| Filipino | 3 | 0.2% |
| French | 35 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 23 | 1.4% |
| German | 237 | 14.7% |
| Irish | 235 | 14.6% |
| Italian | 69 | 4.3% |
| Lithuanian | 16 | 1.0% |
| Maltese | 14 | 0.9% |
| Nigerian | 7 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 4 | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 52 | 3.2% |
| Russian | 35 | 2.2% |
| Salvadoran | 13 | 0.8% |
| Scandinavian | 12 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 59 | 3.7% |
| Scottish | 33 | 2.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 27 | 1.7% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.6% |
| West Indian | 34 | 2.1% | View All 29 Rows |
Immigrants in Shepherdstown
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shepherdstown came from Europe (49 | 3.0%), Africa (30 | 1.9%), Cameroon (23 | 1.4%), Middle Africa (23 | 1.4%), and Northern Europe (23 | 1.4%), together accounting for 9.2% of all Shepherdstown residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 30 | 1.9% |
| Asia | 10 | 0.6% |
| Cameroon | 23 | 1.4% |
| China | 3 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 8 | 0.5% |
| Europe | 49 | 3.0% |
| France | 11 | 0.7% |
| Germany | 11 | 0.7% |
| Greece | 4 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.3% |
| Middle Africa | 23 | 1.4% |
| Nigeria | 7 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 23 | 1.4% |
| Scotland | 23 | 1.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 2 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 4 | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | 3 | 0.2% |
| Thailand | 2 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 7 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 22 | 1.4% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in Shepherdstown
Sex and Age in Shepherdstown
The most populous age groups in Shepherdstown are 20 to 24 Years (252 | 37.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (459 | 49.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 12 (1.8%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 12 (1.8%) | 38 (4.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 130 (19.2%) | 132 (14.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 252 (37.3%) | 459 (49.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 22 (3.3%) | 51 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 25 (3.7%) | 26 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 48 (7.1%) | 26 (2.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 37 (5.5%) | 37 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 24 (3.5%) | 23 (2.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 19 (2.8%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 12 (1.8%) | 16 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 17 (2.5%) | 37 (4.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 39 (5.8%) | 22 (2.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 13 (1.9%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 14 (2.1%) | 21 (2.2%) |
| Total | 676 (100.0%) | 936 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Shepherdstown
Median Family Size in Shepherdstown
The median family size in Shepherdstown is 3.20 persons per family, with single male/father families (14 | 11.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 6.07 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1 | 0.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 108 (87.8%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 14 (11.4%) | 6.07 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1 (0.8%) | 2.00 |
| Total Families | 123 (100.0%) | 3.20 |
Median Household Size in Shepherdstown
The median household size in Shepherdstown is 2.01 persons per household, with single male/father households (14 | 4.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7.79 persons per household. non-family households (226 | 64.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 108 (30.9%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 14 (4.0%) | 7.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1 (0.3%) | 2.00 |
| Non-family | 226 (64.8%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 349 (100.0%) | 2.01 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shepherdstown
Out of a total of 349 households in Shepherdstown, 123 (35.2%) are family households, while 226 (64.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 50, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 181.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 181 (51.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 50 (14.3%) | 45 (12.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 20 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 12 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 27 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 123 (35.2%) | 226 (64.8%) |
Female Fertility in Shepherdstown
Fertility by Age in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Shepherdstown
| 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shepherdstown
| 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Shepherdstown
Income Overview in Shepherdstown
Per Capita Income in Shepherdstown is $21,508, while median incomes of families and households are $120,885 and $58,875 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,612 | $21,508 |
| Median Family Income | 123 | $120,885 |
| Mean Family Income | 123 | $164,715 |
| Median Household Income | 349 | $58,875 |
| Mean Household Income | 349 | $92,571 |
| Income Deficit | 123 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,612 | 90.55% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,612 | 9.45¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,612 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Shepherdstown
Average Earnings in Shepherdstown are $6,813, $26,458 for men and $2,499 for women, a difference of 90.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 382 (39.3%) | $26,458 |
| Female | 591 (60.7%) | $2,499 |
| Total | 973 (100.0%) | $6,813 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shepherdstown
The most common earnings brackets in Shepherdstown are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (57 | 14.9%) and $2,499 or less for women (364 | 61.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 39 (10.2%) | 364 (61.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 26 (6.8%) | 14 (2.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 36 (9.4%) | 24 (4.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 18 (4.7%) | 35 (5.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 22 (5.8%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 24 (6.3%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 15 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 4 (1.1%) | 22 (3.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 12 (3.1%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 36 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 10 (2.6%) | 15 (2.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 4 (1.1%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 6 (1.6%) | 28 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 13 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 57 (14.9%) | 10 (1.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (1.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 36 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 24 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 382 (100.0%) | 591 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shepherdstown
Average earnings in Shepherdstown are $54,519 for men and $26,154 for women, a difference of 52.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $61,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $57,857. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $38,583, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $38,583.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $57,857 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,250 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $54,519 | $26,154 |
Family Income in Shepherdstown
Family Income Brackets in Shepherdstown
According to the Shepherdstown family income data, there are 42 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.2% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 3 | 2.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19 | 15.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 23 | 18.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 36 | 29.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $200,000+ | 42 | 34.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shepherdstown
2-person families (50 | 40.6%) account for the highest median family income in Shepherdstown with $121,563 per family, while 2-person families (50 | 40.6%) have the highest median income of $60,782 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 50 (40.6%) | $121,563 |
| 3-Person Families | 20 (16.3%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 16 (13.0%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 23 (18.7%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (11.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 123 (100.0%) | $120,885 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shepherdstown
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 16 (13.0%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 20 (16.3%) | $120,909 |
| 2 Earners | 69 (56.1%) | $92,337 |
| 3+ Earners | 18 (14.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 123 (100.0%) | $120,885 |
Household Income in Shepherdstown
Household Income Brackets in Shepherdstown
With 85 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Shepherdstown, accounting for 24.4% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 19 | 5.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 34 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 42 | 12.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 34 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 85 | 24.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 26 | 7.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 61 | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $200,000+ | 45 | 12.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Shepherdstown
The median household income in Shepherdstown is $58,875, with the highest median household income of $91,957 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 64 households (18.3%) 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 (6.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 24 (6.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 131 (37.5%) | $56,442 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 64 (18.3%) | $91,957 |
| 65+ Years | 130 (37.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 349 (100.0%) | $58,875 |
Poverty in Shepherdstown
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherdstown
With 5.8% poverty level for males and 7.7% for females among the residents of Shepherdstown, 35 to 44 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (16.7%) and 16 females (45.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (45.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (15.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 12 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (5.8%) | 30 (7.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shepherdstown
According to the poverty statistics in Shepherdstown, males aged 6 to 11 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 19 (54.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 43 (100.0%) | 65 (84.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 60 (83.3%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 28 (90.3%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 57 (96.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (88.9%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Total | 295 (94.3%) | 357 (92.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shepherdstown
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shepherdstown show that 2.8% or 3 of the total 108 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.7%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 50 (94.3%) | 3 (5.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 105 (97.2%) | 3 (2.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shepherdstown
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shepherdstown
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 3 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Shepherdstown
Employment by Class of Employer in Shepherdstown
Among the 643 employed individuals in Shepherdstown, private company employees (316 | 49.1%), state government employees (136 | 21.1%), and federal government employees (53 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 316 | 49.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 13 | 2.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 49 | 7.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 33 | 5.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 43 | 6.7% |
| State Government Employees | 136 | 21.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 53 | 8.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 643 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Shepherdstown
According to the labor force statistics for Shepherdstown, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,526), 50.3% or 768 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.2% or 117 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 48.7% or 75 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 154 (60.4%) | 75 (48.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 246 (34.6%) | 42 (17.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 57 (78.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 136 (91.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 54 (98.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 9 (39.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 12 (42.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (30.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (20.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 768 (50.3%) | 117 (15.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shepherdstown
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 35 (58.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 104 (81.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 180 (94.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 319 (84.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Shepherdstown
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shepherdstown are Community & Social Service (85 | 13.1%), Education Instruction & Library (76 | 11.7%), Management (61 | 9.4%), Business & Financial (12 | 1.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 1.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shepherdstown, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Management (62.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.7%), Health Technologists (72.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (59.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 38 (62.3%) | 23 (37.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 40 (47.1%) | 45 (52.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 31 (40.8%) | 45 (59.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 3 (27.3%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 3 (27.3%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 93 (55.0%) | 76 (45.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Shepherdstown are Personal Care & Service (140 | 21.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (89 | 13.7%), Healthcare Support (29 | 4.4%), Security & Protection (17 | 2.6%), and Law Enforcement (10 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Shepherdstown, 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%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (83.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 42 (47.2%) | 47 (52.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 23 (16.4%) | 117 (83.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 82 (29.4%) | 197 (70.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shepherdstown are Office & Administration (98 | 15.0%), and Sales & Related (33 | 5.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 17 (51.5%) | 16 (48.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 13 (13.3%) | 85 (86.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 30 (22.9%) | 101 (77.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shepherdstown are , and Construction & Extraction (13 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shepherdstown are Material Moving (37 | 5.7%), Transportation (15 | 2.3%), and Production (7 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 6 (85.7%) | 1 (14.3%) |
| Transportation | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 58 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherdstown
Employment Industries in Shepherdstown
The major employment industries in Shepherdstown include Educational Services (163 | 25.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (133 | 20.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75 | 11.5%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (72 | 11.1%), and Retail Trade (60 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shepherdstown
The Shepherdstown industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (96.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (90.3%), and Educational Services (66.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 44 (73.3%) | 16 (26.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 21 (61.8%) | 13 (38.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 54 (33.1%) | 109 (66.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 3 (4.0%) | 72 (96.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 7 (9.7%) | 65 (90.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 51 (38.4%) | 82 (61.7%) |
| Public Administration | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
| Total | 276 (42.4%) | 375 (57.6%) |
Education in Shepherdstown
School Enrollment in Shepherdstown
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,076 students in Shepherdstown are college / undergraduate (960 | 89.2%), high school (51 | 4.7%), and elementary school (23 | 2.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 6 | 0.6% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary School | 23 | 2.1% |
| Middle School | 15 | 1.4% |
| High School | 51 | 4.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 960 | 89.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 21 | 1.9% |
| Total | 1,076 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shepherdstown
Out of a total of 1,076 students who are enrolled in schools in Shepherdstown, 97 (9.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 979 (91.0%) 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 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 12 (52.2%) | 11 (47.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 42 (84.0%) | 8 (16.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 228 (95.4%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 632 (91.2%) | 61 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 979 (91.0%) | 97 (9.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shepherdstown
Education (60 | 18.6%), visual & performing arts (57 | 17.7%), business (55 | 17.1%), psychology (38 | 11.8%), and literature & languages (28 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 322 individuals in Shepherdstown who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 11 | 3.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 3 | 0.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 13 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 38 | 11.8% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 11 | 3.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 4 | 1.2% |
| Business | 55 | 17.1% |
| Education | 60 | 18.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 28 | 8.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 13 | 4.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 57 | 17.7% |
| Communications | 13 | 4.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 16 | 5.0% |
| Total | 322 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Shepherdstown
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shepherdstown
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shepherdstown are males with 2 vehicles (66, accounting for 33.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (49, making up 36.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (10.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 59 (29.5%) | 52 (28.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 66 (33.0%) | 49 (27.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 31 (15.5%) | 28 (15.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 5 (2.5%) | 18 (9.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 39 (19.5%) | 15 (8.3%) |
| Total | 200 (100.0%) | 181 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Shepherdstown
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shepherdstown are 5 to 9 minutes (191 commuters, 35.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (91 commuters, 16.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (61 commuters, 11.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 31 | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 191 | 35.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 91 | 16.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 40 | 7.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 61 | 11.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 34 | 6.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 32 | 5.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 4 | 0.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 16 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 6 | 1.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 12 | 2.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 22 | 4.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Shepherdstown
The most common commute times in Shepherdstown are 10 to 14 minutes (60 commuters, 26.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (162 commuters, 52.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 9 (3.9%) | 22 (7.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 29 (12.7%) | 162 (52.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 60 (26.2%) | 31 (10.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 29 (12.7%) | 11 (3.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 19 (8.3%) | 42 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 13 (5.7%) | 21 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 26 (11.4%) | 6 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 4 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 6 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 12 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 22 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shepherdstown
The most frequent times of departure to work in Shepherdstown are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (48, 21.0%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (134, 43.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 20 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 24 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 16 (7.0%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 13 (5.7%) | 13 (4.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (8.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 31 (13.5%) | 18 (5.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (10.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 23 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 26 (11.4%) | 20 (6.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 28 (12.2%) | 134 (43.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 48 (21.0%) | 59 (19.0%) |
| Total | 229 (100.0%) | 311 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Shepherdstown
Occupancy by Ownership in Shepherdstown
Of the total 349 dwellings in Shepherdstown, owner-occupied units account for 210 (60.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 139 (39.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 210 | 60.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 139 | 39.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 349 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Shepherdstown
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 181 | 51.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 95 | 27.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 20 | 5.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 53 | 15.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 349 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shepherdstown
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 74 (40.9%) | 107 (59.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 75 (78.9%) | 20 (21.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 8 (40.0%) | 12 (60.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 210 (60.2%) | 139 (39.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shepherdstown
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 67 (45.0%) | 82 (55.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 124 (68.5%) | 57 (31.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 93 | 26.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 62 | 17.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 31 | 8.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 33 | 9.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 80 | 22.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 29 | 8.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 21 | 6.0% |
| Total | 349 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Shepherdstown
Median Income by Occupancy in Shepherdstown
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 210 (60.2%) | $102,692 |
| Renter-Occupied | 139 (39.8%) | $48,309 |
| Average | 349 (100.0%) | $58,875 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shepherdstown
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 3 (1.4%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (6.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 21 (10.0%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (9.5%) | 22 (15.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4 (1.9%) | 30 (21.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 27 (12.9%) | 58 (41.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 26 (12.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 61 (29.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 45 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shepherdstown
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 7 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3 (1.4%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 63 (30.0%) | 11 (7.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 22 (10.5%) | 36 (25.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 38 (18.1%) | 74 (53.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 49 (23.3%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 12 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 16 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Shepherdstown
Housing Structures in Shepherdstown
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 197 | 56.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 50 | 14.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 15 | 4.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 33 | 9.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 25 | 7.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 26 | 7.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3 | 0.9% |
| Total | 349 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shepherdstown
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 179 (90.9%) | 18 (9.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 24 (48.0%) | 26 (52.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (60.2%) | 139 (39.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shepherdstown
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (15.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 17 (8.1%) | 34 (24.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 29 (13.8%) | 84 (60.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 108 (51.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 56 (26.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shepherdstown
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 58 (27.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 111 (52.9%) | 121 (87.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 37 (17.6%) | 12 (8.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 3 (1.4%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Shepherdstown
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (19.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 86 (40.9%) | 80 (57.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 72 (34.3%) | 24 (17.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 52 (24.8%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| Total | 210 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Shepherdstown
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shepherdstown
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 106 | 104 |
| Median Property Value | $467,500 | $308,300 |
| Median Household Income | - | - |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $673 | $16 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,958 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shepherdstown
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 3 (2.8%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 13 (12.3%) | 50 (48.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 50 (47.2%) | 26 (25.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 16 (15.1%) | 27 (26.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 3 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 21 (19.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 106 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shepherdstown
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 24 (22.6%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (18.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16 (15.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 23 (21.7%) | 11 (10.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 19 (17.9%) | 61 (58.7%) |
| Total | 106 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shepherdstown
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 19 (17.9%) | 121,458 (116,786.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (26.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (35.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 87 (82.1%) | 8 (7.7%) |
| Total | 106 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shepherdstown
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3 (2.8%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 103 (97.2%) | 34 (32.7%) |
| Total | 106 (100.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Shepherdstown
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 176 (89.3%) | 21 (10.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 837 (95.6%) | 39 (4.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 61 (62.9%) | 36 (37.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 138 (93.2%) | 10 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 115 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,506 (93.4%) | 106 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shepherdstown
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 176 (89.3%) | 21 (10.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 837 (95.6%) | 39 (4.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shepherdstown
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 103 (75.2%) | 34 (24.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 343 (96.6%) | 12 (3.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 50 (25.4%) | 140 (71.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 61 (7.0%) | 791 (90.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 61 (62.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 49 (33.1%) | 89 (60.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3 (5.9%) | 48 (94.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 115 (100.0%) | 85 (73.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (100.0%) | 54 (80.6%) |
| Total | 345 (21.4%) | 1,329 (82.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shepherdstown
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (30.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (2.9%) | 12 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (19.6%) | 10 (17.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shepherdstown
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 | 3 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (19.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision 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%) | 19 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (30.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4 (2.9%) | 12 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (17.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Shepherdstown
Computing Device Access in Shepherdstown
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 297 | 85.1% |
| Smartphone | 335 | 96.0% |
| Tablet | 238 | 68.2% |
| No Computing Device | 11 | 3.2% |
| Total | 349 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Shepherdstown
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 300 | 86.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 22 | 6.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| No Internet | 27 | 7.7% |
| Total | 349 | 100.0% |
Shepherdstown Summary
Shepherdstown, West Virginia is a small town located in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, approximately 75 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. It is the oldest town in the state, having been founded in 1762. The town is situated on the Potomac River, and is home to Shepherd University, a liberal arts college.
History
Shepherdstown was founded in 1762 by Thomas Shepherd, a German immigrant who had come to the area in 1734. Shepherd purchased the land from the local Native Americans, and the town was named after him. The town was originally known as Mecklenburg, but the name was changed to Shepherdstown in 1798.
During the American Revolution, Shepherdstown was a major center of activity. It was the site of the Battle of Shepherdstown, the last major battle of the war. The town was also the site of the first meeting of the West Virginia Legislature in 1863.
In the late 19th century, Shepherdstown became a popular summer resort for wealthy Washingtonians. The town was home to several large hotels, and was known for its mineral springs.
Geography
Shepherdstown is located in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, approximately 75 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. The town is situated on the Potomac River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The climate is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters.
Economy
Shepherdstown’s economy is largely based on tourism and education. The town is home to Shepherd University, a liberal arts college, which provides a significant economic boost to the area. The town is also a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to explore its historic sites and enjoy its natural beauty.
In addition, Shepherdstown is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and galleries. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Shepherdstown had a population of 1,734. The town is predominantly white (93.3%), with a small African American population (3.2%). The median household income is $45,000, and the median home value is $220,000.
Shepherdstown is a small, close-knit community. The town is home to many historic sites, and is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming attitude. The town is also home to a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many galleries, theaters, and music venues.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Shepherdstown?
Total Population of Shepherdstown is 1,612.
What is the Total Male Population of Shepherdstown?
Total Male Population of Shepherdstown is 676.
What is the Total Female Population of Shepherdstown?
Total Female Population of Shepherdstown is 936.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shepherdstown?
There are 72.22 Males per 100 Females in Shepherdstown.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shepherdstown?
There are 138.46 Females per 100 Males in Shepherdstown.
What is the Median Population Age in Shepherdstown?
Median Population Age in Shepherdstown is 22.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shepherdstown
Average Family Size in Shepherdstown is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shepherdstown
Average Household Size in Shepherdstown is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shepherdstown?
Per Capita income in Shepherdstown is $21,508.
What is the Median Family Income in Shepherdstown?
Median Family Income in Shepherdstown is $120,885.
What is the Median Household income in Shepherdstown?
Median Household Income in Shepherdstown is $58,875.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shepherdstown?
Income or Wage Gap in Shepherdstown is 90.6%.
Women in Shepherdstown earn 9.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherdstown?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shepherdstown is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shepherdstown?
There are 768 People in the Labor Forcein in Shepherdstown.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shepherdstown?
50.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Shepherdstown.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shepherdstown?
Unemployment Rate in Shepherdstown is 15.2%.