Shelbyville

KY

Shelby County, Kentucky

Population 49K |Median income $82,604 |1 hospital

Population
49,096
Shelby County
Median Income
$82,604
+22% vs avg
Median Home Value
$304,800
+34% vs avg
Median Age
40.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
49K+14%
Median Income
$82,604+44%
Median Home Value
$304,800+85%
Poverty Rate
9.7%-22%
Unemployment
4.2%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Poverty Rate
9.7% -32% vs avg
Unemployment 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.8%
Work From Home 12.6%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 80.4%
African American 3.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.3%

Alerts & News — Shelbyville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Shelbyville, KY? ▼
Shelbyville, KY has a population of 49,096 people, located in Shelby County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Shelbyville? ▼
The median household income in Shelbyville, KY is $82,604 per year. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
What is the median home value in Shelbyville? ▼
The median home value in Shelbyville, KY is $304,800. Median rent is $1,033/month.
What are the top health concerns in Shelbyville? ▼
The top health indicators in Shelbyville include Short Sleep Duration (38.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Shelbyville? ▼
Shelbyville has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Shelbyville? ▼
The median age in Shelbyville, KY is 40.9 years. 32.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Shelbyville, KY is located in Shelby County, Kentucky. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $82,604, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Shelbyville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Shelby County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.