Shelburne, VT

Vermont · Metropolitan Area

Shelburne is a small city in Vermont with a population of 6,292. Residents earn $106,187 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
6,292 Population 878/sq mi density
$106,187 Median Income $63,296 per capita
$496,700 Home Value $659,007 Zillow
$1,238 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
39 Violent Crime/100K 421 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$106,187 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$496,700 home value, $1,238/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
39 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,187
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $496,700
76% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 39/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.3%
106% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,238
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

How Shelburne Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,292
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density878/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,187
Per Capita$63,296
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$16,404M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$496,700
Rent$1,238
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$659,007

Crime

F
Violent39/100K
Property421/100K
Murder13.2/100K
Assault26/100K
Burglary39/100K

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation182 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.3%
High School+96.8%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries19

Is Shelburne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shelburne receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Shelburne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shelburne is $106,187, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Shelburne among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shelburne is $496,700, making it a premium housing market at 76% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,238 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Shelburne is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 421 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

Shelburne is a highly educated community — 69.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shelburne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 87.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Shelburne has a population of 6,292 with a density of 878 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

6,292
Total Population
878
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shelburne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shelburne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shelburne is $106,187, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Shelburne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,187
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$97,077

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,418
County GDP$16,404M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare646
Retail732
Manufacturing230

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Shelburne is $496,700, 76% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,238 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $659,007.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$496,700
76% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$659,007
Median List Price$696,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$696,950
$/Sq Ft$239
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,238
6% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Shelburne, 21.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 11.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Shelburne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes5.2%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure22.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity11.2%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities646
Shelburne has a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 421 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 13.2 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Shelburne vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent39.5/100K
90% below US avg
Murder13.2/100K
109% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault26.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property421.0/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary39.5/100K
Theft381.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson13.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Shelburne has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall87.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation182 ft (55 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Population Density878/sq mi
Coordinates44.3905°N, 73.2180°W
County FIPS50007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 69.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (106% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.7%
D 75.4%

Winner: Democrat by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.3%
106% above US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density878/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants482
Retail Stores732

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home22.2%

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