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Shelby County, IA Demographics & ZIP Codes
Shelby County, Iowa demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 10 ZIP codes — population 11,401 — avg. income $75,043 — avg. home value $145,520. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
11,401
Median household income (avg.)
$75,043
100% of U.S. median
Average home value
$145,520
42% of U.S. median
Average rent
$573
49% of U.S. median
Shelby County demographics
Shelby County, Iowa covers 10 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 11,401.
Median household income in Shelby County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Shelby County, Iowa is about $75,043 — about even with the IA ZIP average ($74,194), and about even with the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 51447 (Kirkman) is near the top at about $114,643, while 51530 (Earling) is near the bottom at about $53,750.
Housing in Shelby County
For housing in Shelby County, Iowa, the average median home value is about $145,520 and the average median rent is about $573.
The most populous ZIP is 51537 (Harlan) with about 6,480 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Shelby County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51537 | Harlan | Shelby County | IA | 6,480 | $62,353 | $161,800 |
| 51570 | Shelby | Shelby County | IA | 1,131 | $69,286 | $188,200 |
| 51531 | Elk Horn | Shelby County | IA | 943 | $58,929 | $132,300 |
| 51530 | Earling | Shelby County | IA | 710 | $53,750 | $150,700 |
| 51562 | Panama | Shelby County | IA | 590 | $61,250 | $158,000 |
| 51565 | Portsmouth | Shelby County | IA | 482 | $96,667 | $117,300 |
| 51446 | Irwin | Shelby County | IA | 437 | $61,750 | $94,200 |
| 51527 | Defiance | Shelby County | IA | 346 | $63,155 | $115,300 |
| 51578 | Westphalia | Shelby County | IA | 150 | $108,646 | $94,500 |
| 51447 | Kirkman | Shelby County | IA | 132 | $114,643 | $242,900 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Shelby County?
Shelby County, Iowa has a combined ZIP-area population of about 11,401 across 10 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Shelby County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Shelby County, Iowa is about $75,043, roughly in line with the state ZIP average ($74,194), and near the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $145,520. Among ZIPs with data, 51447 (Kirkman) is near the top ($114,643) and 51530 (Earling) is near the bottom ($53,750).
How many ZIP codes are in Shelby County?
Shelby County, Iowa includes 10 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Shelby County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Shelby County, Iowa with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.