Shell Rock, IA is a small town located in Butler County with a population of 1,616 according to the most recent census. It's population density of 812 people per square mile is much lower than the US overall which stands at 93 people per square mile.
The small town atmosphere and local amenities make Shell Rock an ideal destination for those looking to get away from urban life. Local businesses include a gas station, grocery store, pharmacy, hardware store, restaurants and several other small businesses that serve the community. There are plenty of year-round outdoor activities available including hiking trails, fishing spots and canoeing on the nearby Shell Rock River. Other organizations in the area include churches, schools and a library. For those interested in sports, there are also local sporting events throughout the year such as softball tournaments and high school football games.
The population in Shell Rock is 1,616. There are 1,035 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Shell Rock is 34.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Shell Rock is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Shell Rock
- 64.9% are married
- 10.3% are divorced
- 31.0% are married with children
- 13.7% have children, but are single
Race in Shell Rock
- 97.1% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander