Shelly, MN is a small town located in the northern part of Minnesota with a population of 186 people. It is a rural community that has the charm and beauty of living in a smaller setting, while still being close enough to larger cities like Duluth and Minneapolis to provide plenty of access to amenities and activities. While the US population density is 93 people per square mile, Shelly has 844 people per square mile, making it an ideal place for those who want more room to enjoy nature and life in general.
Local businesses in Shelly include Pals Pizza & Subs, Hank's Hardware Store, The Antique Mall, and The Fishin' Hole, offering residents and visitors alike access to great food, hardware stores, antiques shops and fishing equipment. Year-round outdoor activities can be found in nearby parks such as Gooseberry Falls State Park or Jay Cooke State Park. In addition, there are many organizations including the local library, churches, schools and other community centers that offer various programs for children and adults alike. Lastly, local sporting events can be enjoyed at the nearby Grand Rapids Community Ice Arena or at any of the many golf courses throughout the area.
The population in Shelly is 186. There are 882 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Shelly is 41.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Shelly is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Shelly
- 28.1% are married
- 18.8% are divorced
- 45.0% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in Shelly
- 68.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 5.7% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 25.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander