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Newport, VT vs Shelburne, VT

Newport, VT vs Shelburne, VT: What the data shows

Newport, VT is in Newport, VT while Shelburne, VT is in Shelburne, VT — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport, VT is the more affordable option at $183,400 median — $284,400 less than Shelburne, VT's $467,800. WYLT rates Newport, VT as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Shelburne, VT as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Newport, VT has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Shelburne, VT has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Newport, VT has Low flood risk and Shelburne, VT has Low flood risk.

Newport, VT is the more walkable neighborhood. Newport, VT scores 45/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Shelburne, VT's 4/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Shelburne, VT has the higher school rating Newport, VT rates 7/10 and Shelburne, VT rates 7.4/10.

CategoryNewport, VTShelburne, VT
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$183K

Lower price

$468K
Median Rent$877

Lower rent

$1K
Median Income$57K$107K

Higher income

Price VolatilityLow

More stable

Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score45/100

More walkable

4/100
Transit ScoreMinimal transit1/100

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/A1/100

More bikeable

Commute45 min30 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeAA
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLowLow
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools7/107.4/10

Better schools

Best for
families looking for a low-cost, quiet settingretirees wanting green spaceremote workers who can live far from office
Families looking for good schoolsRetirees seeking a peaceful settingRemote workers who prefer a quiet environment

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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