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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.
| Category | Newport, VT | Shelburne, VT |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $183K ✓ Lower price | $468K |
| Median Rent | $877 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $57K | $107K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 45/100 ✓ More walkable | 4/100 |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 1/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 1/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 45 min | 30 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A | A |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Low | Low |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7/10 | 7.4/10 ✓ 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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