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Shelby Charter Township

#1 in Best Places to Live in Macomb County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Detroit, MI
  • 82 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      A-
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      B
    10. Health & Fitness
      B
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Shelby Charter Township is a suburb of Detroit with a population of 77,650. Shelby Charter Township is in Macomb County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Shelby Charter Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Shelby Charter Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Shelby Charter Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Shelby Charter Township are highly rated.
    About Shelby Charter Township...
    Population
    77,650

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $216,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $976
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      24%
    • Own
      76%
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    Shelby Charter Township Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      61.9
      282.7
    • Murder
      1.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      31.6
      40.7
    • Robbery
      8.8
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      94.7
      500.1
    • Theft
      597.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      39.1
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      11%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      7%
    • 25-34 years
      12%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      18%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      13%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      21%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      34%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      25%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      8%
      13%

    Working in Shelby Charter Township

    Jobs
    A-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $69,574
    National
    $55,322
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    Shelby Charter Township Reviews

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    I have lived, worked and went to school in Shelby Township. The area is a safe and business friendly environment. Outside of the many businesses, there are many suburbs and subdivisions that the members of the community live, thrive and learn in. The school systems have the most devoted and energetic teachers that strive to make sure that all students that come into their classroom receive and education that fits their needs and goals. The Shelby Township Police department is filled with officers and staff that care greatly about the city and will do the necessary things in order to keep Shelby Township safe, clean and a good place to live and work.
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    Being born and raised in Macomb county, specially Shelby Township, was the best involuntary decision ever forced upon me. I relish the memories surrounded by family and friends in such an ascetically pleasing location. I recollect walking along Whispering Woods every morning on my way to school, occasionally greeted by heavy fog and skittish deer that made my local experience very welcoming. When considering the possibility of potentially "doing it over" i wouldn't hesitate to scream an overwhelming yes. I anticipate much for this area. I constantly see improvements being made and hopefully one day i may provide my own positive influences.
    Shelby Township is a nice suburban area outside of Detroit. I feel safe in this area and feel as though there are many exciting updates and improvements in the near future. I would like something more to do as far as extracurricular or adventurous activities. Overall happy to live here.