If you live in New Hampshire, you already know that it’s the best, but your friends who are considering moving may need some convincing. You could, of course, just ask them to come visit and wow them with our state’s charm. Or, you could walk them through these reasons why life in New Hampshire is the best, and everyone should be trying to live in it.
1. You’re in control.
Whether we’re talking about wearing a helmet on a bike or consuming raw milk, New Hampshire for the most part steps back and lets citizens decide what it right for them on an individual basis.
2. The kids will love it.
New Hampshire ranked second in the country for overall child well being in 2015, according to kidscount.org.
3. It’s affordable.
With no income or sales tax, living in New Hampshire can be an affordable alternative to other New England states.
4. It’s easy to catch a show.
With concert venues and theaters scattered throughout the state, it’s easy to keep up on arts and culture.
5. You can have your guns and shoot ‘em too.
New Hampshire has some of the least restrictive gun laws in the country.
6. We value education.
New Hampshire is home to 23 colleges and universities, in addition to private high schools and technical schools.
7. You can always find a quiet spot.
Who doesn’t like to spend some time alone in nature?
8. There are plenty of jobs.
In 2015, New Hampshire had an unemployment rate below the national average.
9. You can watch the sun rise over the ocean.
Many Americans can't say that!
10. It’s safe!
The Granite State has a crime rate that is about half the national average.
11. It’s easy to connect with the rest of the country.
With an airport, a port and an active Amtrak system, it’s easy to get around.
12. You’ll never get sick of the view.
I mean, just look at that.
Come to think of it, maybe we want to keep this beautiful state all to ourselves.
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