Shelby, Nebraska
Quick Statistics
Shelby is a community in Polk County, Nebraska, home to about 684 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $37,241 a year, and a typical home is worth about $120,500. About 26.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 4 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Nebraska towns GeoStat tracks, Shelby ranks number 170 of 583 in population, number 175 in median household income, number 246 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Shelby typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 13°F. The area sees roughly 29 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Osceola, NE | 6.5 mi. | 896 |
| 2. | Rising City, NE | 6.7 mi. | 256 |
| 3. | Surprise, NE | 8.7 mi. | 35 |
| 4. | Stromsburg, NE | 10.1 mi. | 1,074 |
| 5. | Gresham, NE | 11.5 mi. | 249 |
| 6. | Garrison, NE | 13.7 mi. | 61 |
| 7. | Duncan, NE | 14.0 mi. | 612 |
| 8. | Bellwood, NE | 14.1 mi. | 492 |
What is the population of Shelby, Nebraska?
Shelby has a population of about 684 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Shelby, Nebraska in?
Shelby is located in Polk County, Nebraska.
What is the median home value in Shelby, Nebraska?
The median home value in Shelby is about $120,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Shelby, Nebraska?
The median personal income in Shelby is about $37,241 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Shelby, Nebraska?
Since 1950, 38 tornadoes have been recorded in Polk County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Shelby, Nebraska?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 13 degrees, with around 29 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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