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Shelton, Washington, in Mason county, is 27 miles W of Lakewood, Washington (center to center) and 45 miles SW of Seattle, Washington. The city contains a population of approximately 8,442.
In Shelton, about 46% of adults are married.
In 2000, Shelton had a median family income of $40,392.
Political donors in Shelton favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $3,450. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.
Shelton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 61% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.
In Shelton, 91% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Shelton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):
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