Jobs & Economy in Shelburne

Shelburne's economy runs on a real combination of affluent Burlington-metro suburban demographics and direct access to the broader metro's diversified job base.

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A genuinely affluent, professional-class community

Shelburne's real, current median household income (~$109,583-$115,963) runs substantially above Vermont's own statewide median, with Business & Financial Operations, Health Diagnosing & Treating Practitioners, and Management the most common local occupation groups.

Real, current employment growth

Employment in Shelburne grew at a real, disclosed 4.44% rate from 2022 to 2023, from approximately 2,930 to 3,060 employees.

A strong Chittenden County labor market

This record carries forward vermont.js's own Chittenden County-specific unemployment citation (2.3%, among the state's lowest) rather than independently confirming a Shelburne-specific figure this pass.

Key takeaways

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.