Economy & Jobs — Shelby, Nebraska
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $72,955 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$86,400 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,779 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% |
| In Labor Force | 373 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Manufacturing | 24.2% |
| Education Healthcare | 17.1% |
| Construction | 11.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.