Shelby County, MO — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
6,011
Male
3,041
50.6%
Female
2,970
49.4%
Median Age
43.6 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.4
Foreign Born
1.8%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher12.5%
High School or Higher43.6%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
6.2%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
7.0%
Married
44.9%
Shelby County, MO has a population of 6,011 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 43.6 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 94.4% of the population. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 1.8% of residents are foreign-born.