NerdWallet.com has ranked Shelton the 11th best place in Connecticut for young families.
According to its analysis, based on public schools, affordability and prosperity and growth, Shelton was ranked 11th and Trumbull second. Orange took the top honor.
"While many couples are ready to start a family, these future parents must consider several factors when choosing the right place to settle down," NerdWallet publicist Laura Zulliger wrote in an email.
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By looking at school standardized test scores, real estate and income information, the website produced a list of 10 "best towns for young families" with Orange ranking first, Trumbull second and then the following towns, in order (for a table comparing various factors, go to this NerdWallet Web page):
3. Newington
4. West Hartford
5. Wethersfield
6. Darien
7. Milford
8. Wallingford Center
9. North Haven
10. Westport
San Fransisco-based NerdWallet describes itself as a "consumer advocacy website" (although it's not a nonprofit and contains advertising) that uses "data-driven tools and impartial info to help you make solid decisions about the money you work hard to earn."
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