Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 441 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,986 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 3,622 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 3,469 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,953 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,822 (32.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,903 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $269,612 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $966/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,718 |
| Vacant Units | 1,323 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Shelby County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 43,753 residents. With a median age of 40.29, it is a middle-aged county.
Shelby County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $79,903 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Shelby County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $269,612 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $965. Homeownership rates are high at 72.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Shelby County are primarily White (76.72%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Shelby County, KY is a middle-income area in Kentucky. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40003 | Bagdad | 2,052 | $75,956 | $330,600 | $1,125 | 4.1% | 37.4% |
| 40022 | Finchville | 801 | $85,833 | $376,200 | — | 0.0% | 42.1% |
| 40065 | Shelbyville | 31,763 | $76,813 | $254,200 | $1,002 | 1.9% | 42.8% |
| 40067 | Simpsonville | 6,253 | $93,899 | $336,100 | $813 | 4.1% | 47.9% |
| 40076 | Waddy | 2,884 | $84,754 | $222,200 | $786 | 3.2% | 40.8% |