Shelby, NC is a small city located in Cleveland County with a population of 21,564 and a population density of 903 people per square mile. There are many local businesses to enjoy year-round such as restaurants, boutiques, and galleries. For outdoor recreation and activities, there are multiple parks including Shelby City Park which has 35 acres of green space, trails, playgrounds, and public fishing access at the lake. Other organizations in the area include the Boys & Girls Club of Cleveland County and Piedmont Health Services. During the summer months, spectators can take part in watching minor league baseball games at Keeter Stadium at Shelby High School or follow their favorite NASCAR drivers at the nearby Charlotte Motor Speedway races throughout the year.
The population in Shelby is 21,564. There are 967 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Shelby is 45.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Shelby is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Shelby
- 42.9% are married
- 9.9% are divorced
- 19.9% are married with children
- 20.8% have children, but are single
Race in Shelby
- 53.3% are White
- 39.9% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 4.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander