Shelton, WA is a small but vibrant town with a population of 10,288 and a population density of 1,889 people per square mile. The city is located in Mason County along the southern edge of the Olympic Peninsula and has been an important agricultural and lumber center for over 130 years. The town is home to a variety of local businesses such as Yvette’s Specialty Shop, Tyee Coffee Co., and Fathoms O' Fun Family Aquatic Center, providing citizens with many opportunities for shopping, entertainment, and outdoor activities. Shelton also houses several organizations such as the Little Creek Casino Resort and the Mason County Historical Society that help bring the rich history and culture of the area to life. Year-round outdoor activities are also popular among residents, from fishing on Lake Cushman to hiking in Mount Rose Wilderness Park or exploring Ten Mile Creek. Additionally each year Shelton hosts several local sporting events like their Youth Softball Tournament, Shelton Soccer Cup Invitationals, and Mason County Basketball Championships.
The population in Shelton is 10,288. There are 1,774 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Shelton is 31.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Shelton is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Shelton
- 35.6% are married
- 16.5% are divorced
- 35.1% are married with children
- 26.3% have children, but are single
Race in Shelton
- 73.9% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 19.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 5.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander