Shelby city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Shelby city • Census GEOID: 1972300
• Pottawattamie County / Shelby County
Shelby city is an incorporated city in Pottawattamie County, Shelby County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Shelby city had an estimated population of 727 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Shelby city (GEOID 1972300).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Shelby
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 186, SHELBY IA 51570-0186
County Of Pottawattamie
County
Official Title:
Supervisor
Address:
227 S 6TH ST, COUNCIL BLUFFS IA 51501-4209
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $63,654 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $162,500 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 2.12 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).