Moving to Vermont

Vermont, otherwise known as ‘The Green Mountain State’, is a enjoyable state to work and live. If you are moving or relocating to VT, we have compiled a detailed list of some important facts and useful information to help make your move an easy transition.

Geography

Located in the New England Region of the country, Vermont is bordered by Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York. With a total land area of over 9,614.26 Square Miles, it comes in as the 5th smallest state.

Population

Currently, the population of VT is 624,594 making it the 0th least populated state in the union and the 19th least densely populated. The state capital, Montpelier, has a population of 8035. which is the 0th smallest capital in the country.

Notable Vermonters

Vermont is home to many famous and some infamous citizens such as, Sherman Adams a prominent governor is from East Dover and Chester Alan Arthur a prominent US president is from Fairfield. Others include people like Orson Bean a actor and Calvin Coolidge a US president .

Climate

Vermont’s northerly latitude and geographic location on the eastern edge of the North American continent exposes it both to the moderating and moistening influence of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the effects of the hot and cold air masses from the interior of the continent. Its climate is characterized by cold, snowy winters and pleasantly warm summers. The polar jet stream is often located near the state giving it highly variable weather patterns, widely ranging daily and annual temperatures, and generally abundant precipitation throughout the year. Variations in climate across the state are due to changes in elevation, terrain, and proximity to Lake Champlain and the Atlantic Ocean. The western part of the state is moderated by the lake and experiences higher temperatures and a longer growing season than the more mountainous northeastern region. Southeastern Vermont, with its lower elevation and landlocked location tends to be warmer and more drought-prone than the rest of the state.

Crime Statistics

Safety and security should always be an important factor when moving to a new area. A state’s crime rate affects more than just the security of its resident, it drastically affects property value, economics and the overall quality of life. Based on the last FBI Crime Statistics, Vermont’s violent crime rate is 9 per 10k residents which is less than the national average of 37.3. In addition, the state’s property crime rate is 152per 10k residents which is less than the national average of 248.7.

Vermont ranks #48 in the US for violent crime and #48 for property crime.

Schools & Education

Whether you are a student, have children, or neither, a state’s educational system is not only important to those attending, it’s vital to the overall quality of life, culture and economics of the state. Based on data from multiple public and private sources, we were able to rank Vermont’s educational system.

Overall Grade: B

Vermont spends on average $19654.00 per pupil, which is greater than the national average ($11,900). VT ranks #3 in the US compared to the rest of the country. While VT ranks #3 in spending, the latest graduation rate is 87.70%%.

Another important factor is the percentage of families that enroll their young children (ages 3-4) in an accredited pre-school program. Vermont ranks #5 with over 54.20% of children attending a early educational program.

Taxes

The current income tax rate for Vermont is 8.95% which ranks 43rd favorable amongst other states. If you are purchasing property, you may want to consider the the property tax burden rate. This is the amount you pay in taxes per $1000 earned. VT’s rate is $50.62 which ranks 48th in the US.

Currently, VT sales tax is $12.63 for which it comes in as 7th compared to other states.

Sports

Unfortunately Vermont does’nt have any major league teams.

Utility Companies

Before you move to Vermont, it’s advised that you know who your utility companies are. We have an extensive list of both public and private utility companies in VT.

Other Resources

For more information about moving to Vermont, visit their website at http://vermont.gov/