Shelby Population 2026
Shelby has a population of 74,099, making it the #512 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 119× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,099
Rank in United States
#512
Coordinates
42.67°N, 83.03°W
~207 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
656 km
407 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Shelby
- Rochester Hills73,424 people · ~10 km away
- Sterling Heights132,052 people · ~10 km away
- Troy83,280 people · ~12 km away
- Clinton Township99,753 people · ~13 km away
- Warren134,056 people · ~20 km away
- Saint Clair Shores59,715 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shelby?
Shelby has a population of 74,099 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #512 biggest city in United States.
What state is Shelby in?
Shelby is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Shelby the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 656 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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