The Unseen Side of Living in New Hampshire

TLDRDiscover the hidden aspects of living in New Hampshire, from taxes to the Seacoast, bugs to out-of-state residents.

Key insights

🏞️New Hampshire is known for its stunning landscapes and quaint towns.

💰While New Hampshire doesn't have sales or income taxes, it has some of the highest property taxes in the country.

🌊The Seacoast region of New Hampshire offers a unique culture, proximity to the ocean, and easy access to Boston and Portland.

🚗A significant portion of people in New Hampshire are from Massachusetts, resulting in a unique cultural blend and sometimes challenging driving experiences.

🕷️While bugs and ticks are present in New Hampshire, they are relatively less dangerous compared to other regions.

Q&A

Is New Hampshire tax-free?

While it doesn't have sales or income taxes, New Hampshire has high property taxes, as well as a business tax.

What is the Seacoast region of New Hampshire like?

The Seacoast offers a unique culture, picturesque towns, easy access to the ocean, and proximity to Boston and Portland.

Why do many people from Massachusetts move to New Hampshire?

The proximity to Massachusetts, lower cost of living, and unique opportunities in New Hampshire attract many residents from Massachusetts.

Are bugs and ticks a significant issue in New Hampshire?

While bugs and ticks are present, they are relatively less dangerous compared to regions with more venomous wildlife.

Why do people from New Hampshire complain about out-of-state residents moving in?

Despite the complaints, the reality is that many residents of New Hampshire are originally from other states, resulting in a blend of cultures.

Timestamped Summary

00:00New Hampshire is known for its stunning landscapes and quaint towns.

01:49While it doesn't have sales or income taxes, New Hampshire has some of the highest property taxes in the country.

03:41The Seacoast region of New Hampshire offers a unique culture, proximity to the ocean, and easy access to Boston and Portland.

04:59A significant portion of people in New Hampshire are from Massachusetts, resulting in a unique cultural blend and sometimes challenging driving experiences.

05:42While bugs and ticks are present in New Hampshire, they are relatively less dangerous compared to other regions.