Shelby city, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Shelby city • Census GEOID: 3761200
• Cleveland County
Shelby city is an incorporated city in Cleveland County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Shelby city had an estimated population of 23,309 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Shelby city (GEOID 3761200).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Shelby
Municipal
Official Title:
City Manager
Address:
PO BOX 207, SHELBY NC 28151-0207
County Of Cleveland
County
Official Title:
Planning Director
Address:
PO BOX 1210, SHELBY NC 28151-1210
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,309 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $48,376 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $197,200 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 22.86 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).