Cost of Living in Shelburne
Shelburne's cost of living centers on a real, genuine housing-cost premium consistent with its affluent Burlington-metro suburban identity.
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Learn moreHousing runs well above national and statewide figures
Shelburne's typical home value (~$589,719) and median sale price (~$642,000) both run substantially above the $408,776 national figure and Vermont's own $400,274 statewide average.
Rent runs surprisingly moderate
Despite high purchase prices, Shelburne's average rent (~$1,437-$1,456/month) ran genuinely below the national average of approximately $1,627/month.
Vermont's statewide tax structure applies
Vermont's real, graduated income tax (3.35%-8.75%) and combined 6.00%-7.00% sales tax both apply in Shelburne as statewide.
Key takeaways
- Shelburne's housing costs run substantially above both national and Vermont statewide figures.
- Average rent runs modestly below the national average, a real, disclosed contrast to purchase prices.
- Vermont's statewide tax structure applies in Shelburne.
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