Why New Hampshire is the Ideal State to Live

Lake Winnepesauke

Everyone needs change every once in a while, which is one of the main reasons many people pack their bags and move to a new place. Domestic migration is highly popular in America, and New Hampshire is one New England state that shouldn’t be overlooked. 

New Hampshire is a relatively small state, but it has all the gorgeous scenery, quaint communities, and rich history for which New England is famed. It is a picturesque state with so much to explore and endless cultural and natural attractions. There is a lot to love about the lifestyle that New Hampshire provides; let’s explore some of the benefits of living in this state. 

Portsmouth

Small, Pleasant Communities

If you are searching for massive metropolises with high-rise skyscrapers, New Hampshire might not be the state for you. But if you hope to move into a state with a diverse array of small cities and quaint towns, you will be happy to discover that New Hampshire has abundant options.

Manchester is New Hampshire’s largest city and one of its premier cultural destinations. It has excellent museums, Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, and pleasant parks with winding trails leading to historical buildings. Nashua is New Hampshire’s second-largest city and is known for its massive urban parks and renowned orchestra. 

There is plenty to see and do outside the state’s major cities. Concord is New Hampshire’s capital, a small town of around 45,000 with historical architecture and museums. Portsmouth is a gorgeous community along the Piscataqua River, popular for boating and fishing. Durham, home to the University of New Hampshire, is a small town with a lively college town feel.

Portsmouth

Gorgeous Outdoor Settings and Recreational Opportunities

The most significant reason that many flock to New Hampshire is for its unparalleled natural beauty. New Hampshire has the rugged but beautiful look New England is famous for, with rocky mountains and a craggy Seacoast Region that includes stretches of the Atlantic Ocean. It is an all-season hub for nature lovers and outdoor recreation. 

New Hampshire’s White Mountains are where much of the state’s natural beauty can be found. The vast White Mountain National Forest is the most-visited and second-largest national forest in the country. It includes Mount Washington, the state’s highest peak, and is a popular destination for hiking in the summer. In the winter, the White Mountains have some of the top ski resorts in New England, including Loon Mountain Resort and Wildcat Mountain.

New Hampshire has incredible native wildlife, including deer, moose, and bears. The state’s Seacoast has quaint towns along the water with white sand beaches, rugged rocky shores, and harbors filled with boats.

White Mountains

Attractive Lifestyle Benefits

Beyond the state’s cultural and natural appeal, there are certain lifestyle benefits for residents of New Hampshire. In particular, homes there are more affordable than in other parts of the country. According to Redfin in January 2023, the median cost of a home in New Hampshire was roughly $404,000, which is below the national average. The state’s biggest city, Manchester, had an even lower median sale price of $350,000.

There are additional perks to New Hampshire living, along with its affordable real estate prices. New Hampshire is renowned for having top-notch schools and a great public education system. According to the World Population Review, based on data from 2022, it is the third-safest state in the U.S. It doesn’t levy sales tax and is widely considered a tax-friendly state. 

Nashua