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Introduction to Shelburne, Vermont
Shelburne, Vermont, in Chittenden county, is 115 miles N of Schenectady, New York and 177 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is located in the Burlington metropolitan area. Shelburne has a population of 6,944.
Shelburne History
Shelburne was chartered to Jesse Hallock and sixty four other associates by Governor Benning Wentworth in 1763. It was named in honor of William Petty, who was the second Earl of Shelburne. He was the Prime Minister of Britain and also a celebrated nobleman. The economy of Shelburne was based on farming during its early years. Commercial activities began to increase following the War of 1812.
Shelburne and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Shelburne
Local golfers can enjoy a round at the Kwiniaska Golf Course. Churches in the area include the First Baptist Church of Shelburne and the Saint Catherine of Siena Church. The Pierson Free Library, the Shelburne Museum Research Library and the National Museum of the Morgan Horse Library are all nearby.
Shelburne Transportation
Burlington International is the nearest major airport.
Shelburne Higher Education
Students in the area can pursue higher education at institutions like Middlebury College, Dartmouth College and Norwich University.
Shelburne strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Vermont):
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| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Shelburne to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Vermont (State):
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