Shelburne Falls, MA

Shelburne Falls, MA

At a Glance

How Shelburne Falls Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Shelburne Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Shelburne Falls a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Shelburne Falls residents earn a median household income of $52,604 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,735. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,581 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shelburne Falls is $296,000 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $324,482. Median rent is $1,069/month, with 33.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.

Safety & Crime

Shelburne Falls reports 374 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,142/100K.

Education

45.4% of adults in Shelburne Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Shelburne Falls has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

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