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Shelbyville, TN

Shelbyville is a city in and the county seat of Bedford County, Tennessee. The town was laid out in 1810 and incorporated in 1819. Shelbyville had a population of 20,335 residents at the 2010 census. The town is a hub of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry and has been nicknamed "The Walking Horse Capital of the World". 

Shelbyville is in Middle Tennessee on a Highland Rim limestone bluff upon the banks of Duck River, which flows around the southern and eastern sides of town. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.6 square miles (48.2 km²), all land.

As of the census of 2000, there were 16,105 people, 6,066 households, and 4,155 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,041.3 inhabitants per square mile (402.0/km²). There were 6,550 housing units at an average density of 423.5 per square mile (163.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 77.14% White, 14.98% African American, 0.70% Asian, 0.35% Native American, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 5.02% from other races, and 1.78% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race made up 14.55% of the population.

Of the 6,066 households, 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 16.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. A total of 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 11.9% from 18 to 24, 28.9% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.5 males.

Shelbyville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Shelbyville Recreation Center offers a range of fitness classes, sports activities, and wellness programs for residents of all ages. Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness and MG Sports & Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Red Barn Yoga offers a peaceful retreat with its diverse yoga classes. For a holistic approach, Serenity Day Spa provides therapeutic massages and skincare treatments. Bourbon Barrel CrossFit offers high-intensity workouts for fitness enthusiasts.

Top Sites in Shelbyville, TN: Cooper Steel Arena (formerly Calsonic Arena), Fisherman's Park, Riverbend Country Club.

Population: 23,743 (2021). ZIP code: 37160. Area code: 931. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Area: 18.6 square miles (48.2 km²).

FAQs

What is Shelbyville, TN famous for?

Shelbyville is located 50 miles southeast of Nashville in the hills of Tennessee.  Rich in both cultural history and natural beauty, the town is known worldwide for the annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, a prestigious equestrian event dating back to 1939.  Located along the Duck River in southern Middle Tennessee, you can choose to fish or float, enjoy a long bike ride through the scenic countryside, ride a horse, enjoy one of our numerous festivals, or explore our beautiful historic downtown.

What are the demographics of Shelbyville, TN?

In 2021, Shelbyville, TN had a population of 23k people with a median age of 31.9 and a median household income of $45,160. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Shelbyville, TN grew from 21,841 to 23,005, a 5.33% increase and its median household income grew from $44,030 to $45,160, a 2.57% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Shelbyville, TN are White (Non-Hispanic) (58.3%), White (Hispanic) (14%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (11.9%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (5.19%), and Other (Hispanic) (4.89%).

Is Shelbyville, TN a good place to live?

Shelbyville is in Bedford County. Living in Shelbyville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many families live in Shelbyville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Shelbyville are above average.

Sources

City of Shelbyville

Wikipedia

Data USA

Niche

Tnvacation

Cooper Steel Arena (formerly Calsonic Arena)

Fisherman's Park

RiverBend Country Club

Shelbyville Recreation Center

Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital

Planet Fitness

MG Sports & Fitness 

Red Barn Yoga

Serenity Day Spa

CrossFit 931

Bourbon Barrel CrossFit

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