Living in Shelby County, Ohio

Shelby County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 48,901. The main communities are Sidney.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,454/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $207K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 38°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Shelby County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.