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Moving from Vermont to New Hampshire

A side-by-side comparison drawn from BLS, BEA, Census, FBI, and NOAA. Foliage, syrup, progressive politics, aging population. vs. No income or sales tax, white mountains, libertarian streak.

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Vermont

Capital: Montpelier

Median household income $74,014 · winter low 9°F · 152 sunny days

Foliage, syrup, progressive politics, aging population.

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New Hampshire

Capital: Concord

Median household income $90,845 · winter low 14°F · 197 sunny days

No income or sales tax, white mountains, libertarian streak.

New Hampshire has an overall price level 104.2 (US avg = 100). Housing dominates the difference.

Overall price index
Vermont
98.0
New Hampshire
104.2
New Hampshire has 6.3% higher overall price level
Housing index
Vermont
86.5
New Hampshire
114.9
New Hampshire has 33% higher housing costs
Groceries index (modeled)
Vermont
99.5
New Hampshire
101.0
New Hampshire has 1.6% higher groceries
Utilities index (modeled)
Vermont
99.7
New Hampshire
100.6
New Hampshire has 0.9% higher utilities
Electricity rate
Vermont
24.1 ¢/kWh
New Hampshire
26.9 ¢/kWh
New Hampshire has 12% higher electricity
Transportation index (modeled)
Vermont
99.6
New Hampshire
100.8
New Hampshire has 1.2% higher transportation
Median home value
Vermont
$352,800
New Hampshire
$458,800
New Hampshire is 30% more expensive to buy a home
Median monthly rent
Vermont
$1,089/mo
New Hampshire
$1,250/mo
New Hampshire is 15% more expensive to rent

Sources: NOAA Climate Normals (live) state-level

Summer high 81°F · Winter low 14°F · 197 sunny days/yr.

Avg summer high
Vermont
80°F
New Hampshire
81°F
New Hampshire is 1.3% more summer highs
Avg winter low
Vermont
9°F
New Hampshire
14°F
New Hampshire is 56% more winter lows
Avg annual temperature
Vermont
43°F
New Hampshire
44°F
New Hampshire is 2.8% more annual temperature
Sunny days / year
Vermont
152
New Hampshire
197
New Hampshire has 30% higher sunny days
Annual precipitation
Vermont
45 in
New Hampshire
47 in
New Hampshire is 4.0% more annual precipitation
Air quality (est. AQI)
Vermont
42
New Hampshire
42
Snow / year
Vermont
90 in
New Hampshire
78 in
New Hampshire is 13% less annual snowfall

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Frequently asked

Is it cheaper to live in New Hampshire than Vermont?

New Hampshire's overall price level is roughly 105.4 (US avg = 100), vs about 99.3 for Vermont — based on BEA Regional Price Parities. Housing is the dominant driver of the difference. Run a comparison for the full, current breakdown.

What's the income tax difference?

Vermont tops out at 8.75% income tax. New Hampshire tops out at 0%.

How long do I have to register my vehicle in New Hampshire?

Most New Hampshire residents must register a vehicle within 30-60 days of moving. Check the piomover report for state-specific deadlines.

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