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Moving from Washington to New Hampshire
A side-by-side comparison drawn from BLS, BEA, Census, FBI, and NOAA. Tech (Amazon, MS), no income tax, rainy West side. vs. No income or sales tax, white mountains, libertarian streak.
Washington
Capital: Olympia
Median household income $90,325 · winter low 35°F · 152 sunny days
Tech (Amazon, MS), no income tax, rainy West side.
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.
Sources: NOAA Climate Normals (live) state-level
Summer high 81°F · Winter low 14°F · 197 sunny days/yr.
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See the full comparisonFrequently asked
Is it cheaper to live in New Hampshire than Washington?
New Hampshire's overall price level is roughly 105.4 (US avg = 100), vs about 105.8 for Washington — 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?
Washington tops out at 0% 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.