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South Shaftsbury, VT
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South Shaftsbury, VT
At a Glance
How South Shaftsbury Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Shaftsbury's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Shaftsbury a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Shaftsbury residents earn a median household income of $58,692 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,533. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,500 business establishments, including 374 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Shaftsbury is $194,200 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $245,171. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
South Shaftsbury reports 213 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,405/100K.
Education
19.3% of adults in South Shaftsbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Shaftsbury has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.