Living in Shelby County, Texas

Shelby County is a county in Texas with a population of around 25,402. The main communities are Center, Tenaha, Timpson.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,454/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $180K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 62°F) and very hot summers (highs around 91°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Shelby County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.