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Newport, VT vs South Burlington, VT

Newport, VT vs South Burlington, VT: What the data shows

Newport, VT is in Newport, VT while South Burlington, VT is in South Burlington, VT — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport, VT is the more affordable option at $183,400 median — $200,000 less than South Burlington, VT's $383,400. WYLT rates Newport, VT as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and South Burlington, VT as Good for now — a solid choice worth serious consideration.

Newport, VT has the stronger safety profile of the two. Newport, VT has Low violent crime and Low property crime. South Burlington, VT has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Newport, VT has Low flood risk and South Burlington, VT has Low flood risk.

Newport, VT is the more walkable neighborhood. Newport, VT scores 45/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus South Burlington, VT's 12/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Newport, VT has the higher school rating Newport, VT rates 7/10 and South Burlington, VT rates 6.8/10.

CategoryNewport, VTSouth Burlington, VT
Housing
VerdictThink twiceGood for now
Median Price$183K

Lower price

$383K
Median Rent$877

Lower rent

$2K
Median Income$57K$90K

Higher income

Price VolatilityLow

More stable

Moderate
Getting Around
Walk Score45/100

More walkable

12/100
Transit ScoreMinimal transit14/100

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/A36/100

More bikeable

Commute45 min10 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeA

Safer

B
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools7/10

Better schools

6.8/10
Best for
families looking for a low-cost, quiet settingretirees wanting green spaceremote workers who can live far from office
FamiliesCommuters to BurlingtonRemote workers who need a quiet place

Bottom line

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

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