I don't know who came up with this, but I wonder if they've even set foot in this state, let alone lived here. I'm a 9th gen Vermonter and I love it here, but I can tell you that the cost of living is high, housing is scarce and incredibly expensive, the wages aren't fantastic, you don't have broadband or cell service everywhere, and with our long, harsh winters, saying that the weather is "always nice" is blatantly false advertising. As others have said, you might want to do some fact checking before presenting this kind of video.
5th generation Vermonter here. Totally agree. They took info off a fact sheet provided by State House. Vermont has been begging families to move here for years. Besides, Norwich kids except for elementary all attend school in NH. And all the others listed are in the Burlington/Montpelier corridor that rules the state.
Very well said there's a lot of frosting in this statement.. Vermont is nothing like what they said.. lol Fact is there's a lot of poor people live in here, like you said for generations.. This is a wild attempt, two more money into the state..😵💫😵💫😵💫
I live in Vermont in Essex and it is not distant it's right next to Jericho and Williston and S. Burlington and Shelburne. Almost all of these towns listed are in Chittenden County. I don't agree with much of the information shared here. Should get your facts straight. Don't get me wrong, Vermont is beautiful and safe. The schools are very good in Chittenden County especially for children with special needs, but outside of that I can't say as I haven't lived in other counties. It is, however, very expensive and has very long, cold, dark winters. If you want to move or are planning to move here please do your research. Don't just watch these videos and see how pretty and quaint it appears; research it, talk to people who live here, join social media groups, etc.
I agree completely, I’ve lived all over Vermont and this is skewed to make people move here, which we don’t need. Do you wonder why our crime rates are so low (but are on the rise)? Housing is not like she is saying and is only getting worse with the influx of people. Sure if you have an extreme excess of money there’s lots of amenities, if not then you better be satisfied with a lot of long walks in the woods. I love it here, go fishing, hiking and shooting all the time but this video doesn’t sit well with me, also our winters are hell
I grew up in Essex jct. Lived in jericho, and South Burlington. I left due to the cost of living, and the winters are way to long. To bad because it's will always be home.
I grew up in Vermont, so here is my list: If you are looking for a small urban feel, Burlington is your best bet, but Winooski is growing rapidly if you are fine with living in a one-bedroom condo situated near a bunch of jobs. It also has a great restaurant scene, historic feel, and by FAR the most ethnic and racial diversity in the State. If you're looking for a small-town with a nice village, Middlebury/Vergennes area is great as is the Montpelier/Waterbury area. Looking for the Lake life? Colchester is a nice suburb along the lake, but is more pricey. The hidden gem in my opinion are the Lake Champlain Islands - flat, bikeable, tons of lake access, only has locally-owned businesses, and has a friendly neighborly environment. Manchester and Brattleboro are some nice towns in Southern Vermont with village feels and I agree that Norwich is nice as well. If you are looking for a quiet, secluded home in the woods away from everything, your best bet is what we call the Northeast Kingdom. It's eerily quiet and has some beautiful scenery. But it really is quite far from everything (so it's perfect if that's what you're looking for!)
Hi, I live in Chicago. I am changing my life. I am 62 and recently divorced and wondering what there would be for me to do if I move to Vermont. Could you please provide me with some insights?
@@pmhatefi It's a very different lifestyle than Chicago! Outdoor recreation, peace and quiet, friendly neighbors, great breweries. Burlington is the only place where you'll feel like you're in a city, but compared to Chicago, it will feel more like a single neighborhood within a city.
@@vaihiriagantt6375 There's a Michael's in town, but also a few boutique shops near Church Street downtown. Burlington Lakeside VA clinic is one option, or you could take a ferry across the lake to go to Plattsburgh.
As a vermonter I have to add that it's the 2nd most expensive state to live in. Property tax is one of the highest, food prices in the second behind Hawaii and youd think with it being so pricey that the minimum wage would be higher but it's not with limited job availability aswell. Vermont is a great place to retire or go to school but if you want to live somewhere affordable and start your life right vermont isnt the best option.
I grew up across the river from Norwich, in Hanover, NH. While I consider myself a proud Granite Stater, I have always loved Vermont and do feel a close connection to it since Hanover and Norwich are essentially one community, as they share the same school district, and Norwich kids attend Hanover schools starting in grade seven (so I had a ton of Vermont friends in school). Many Norwich residents are also employed by Dartmouth College, which is in Hanover. I have been living in Scandinavia for over a decade now, but not too long ago, my wife and I were discussing the possibility of moving to the States, and we decided that if we were to pull the trigger and make the move, we'd go to Vermont. One of the other cool things, especially in northern Vermont, is you are not far from Montreal. So you can get a very cool multicultural, and almost European feel, just a short drive from the Burlington area.
I lived in Vermont for 15 years while teaching at Middlebury College. I took many trips around the state, soaking up the scenery and diversity of living space. I didn’t quite qualify for the 251 Club, of people who have visited all 251 cities and towns in the state, but would have if I’d stayed there much longer. Yes, I did visit all seven towns listed here, but agree that too many are in the same area, near Burlington. That said, I must thank you for screening this. It revives many fond memories.
Where'd they get this information??? We're looking at relocating to Vermont and South Burlington house prices are well over $700,000! So many of these stats in this video are so far off not to mention the blaze attitude toward the true financial situation of so many struggling Americans who couldn't possibly afford a move to Vermont.
@@moa3008 It's off the wall crazy with home prices right now! The realtors and banks are trying to attract cash buyers to Vermont. And frankly, I'm not a fan of the prices or the great migration of people. The infrastructure isn't built to handle it. Too many one lane roads.
Hey if u want to live here don’t expect Starbucks, Uber or any other things you city people want. It’s rural New England, Get your wool sweaters, socks & underwear, don’t flinch if you see a dead deer hung up & flayed out in your neighbors yard during hunting season. Make sure you have snow tires & don’t drive like an idiot during a snow or ice storm because you’ll end up upside down. Beware of skunks porcupines & fisher cats. And believe it if a native says “well, don’t think you can get there from here.”. It’s Gods Country a beautiful state just respect it. Okay? Thank you and have a nice day 😊
@@jayc-1092 You must be in a populated area. I came home from the hospital couldn’t walk, couldn’t drive. I thought there might be a delivery service because I lived near Dartmouth the border. No Uber no delivery in this area of VT. At least the app I downloaded said the area didn’t offer the service. Thank Goodness the town I lived in people help out. Neighbors are beautiful people. Over the border there is a Starbucks. McDonalds in the Town I live went out of business some 16 years ago but independent restaurants are still here.
As a longtime Vermonter: Mills Riverside Park is not in Essex (it's in Jericho and Underhill);, Essex is indistinguishable from any suburb anywhere. Same for Williston (home of big box stores and franchise restaurants) and South Burlington, the town without a center. Norwich, however, is excellent, which is why it costs a lot to buy a house there (it is to some extent a bedroom community for Dartmouth College faculty, including those from the medical school). Generally, this piece doesn't understand Vermont (no, the weather is not always nice, and the state gets about the fewest hours of sunshine of any state). On the other hand, the quiet and the wildlife make it worth it.
@Fred Wills Yes, I see what you mean. I've heard of locals describing Hanover, NH (where part of my family was based for many years) as being like another planet. Picture-book New England, lovely Ivy League college town, yet they couldn't afford to live there. At best, local people might get to work there.
@@josephschaffer2716 vermont IS rural... if youre talking pill head country, ya, might be a tad less. but still off charts compared to ocean front FL property... this place sucks in every way..
I only visit Vermont in January. I love it. Granted I don’t have to go to work in it. Even so I would trade sweltering hot Alabama summers for cold Vermont winters any day of the week.
If you're poor, move where there is the most resources... Foodboxs, shelters, assistance, so on. So the bigger cities are more likely.. I'd love to move to Burlington, or the capital.
So many errors. 7:39? Not even filmed in vermont. Among other clips. Please, future Vermonters, do your own research before moving here. Vermont is lovely, but half of this video can barely pass for telling the truth.
Chittenden County is not really Vermont, it is anywhere USA,, , you forgot so many other places to live, Manchester, Brattleboro,, Rutland, White River, Northeast Kingdom, and on and on, frankly, the real Vermont, a very biased video
This list was not put together by someone familiar with Vermont as she mispronounces 2 very common words: Chittenden for Vermont's largest county and Adirondack for the NY mountain range. There are no affordable rentals in Vermont and her housing prices seem low. If seriously considering a move, call a local realtor.
Lookin to move to Vermont within a year or so.. I like being in the woods but not too far out.. I’d like to be somewhat close to a hospital. I have kids so also looking into a great school district.. Can anyone in this comment section give me some guidance? Thank you..
You got South Burlington completely wrong. Everything you said about South Burlington and its amenities along with every video you showed was of downtown Burlington. South Burlington is a suburb that looks like any other American suburb. Burlington is a beautiful, walkable city that is reminiscent of Asheville, NC and Charlottesville, VA, but with a gorgeous lake and mountain view.
I noticed that most of the photos you called S. Burlington are NOT!! They are Burlington! I would think someone promoting Vt. should live here so you know what you are talking about. Also rents are much higher than quoted!
Living in Vermont is very expensive. Taxes are high. Winter is llloooooonnnnnggggg. It's quaint and beautiful, though. I suggest a visit and return home.
Wow this is such a false image of Vermont. Most of these towns are in like the same place, within 20 minutes of each other… Winter is harsh. Living is expensive. Vermont is amazing but it isn’t for everyone and this video is like false advertising almost. Do better research.
Ok, after living 50+ years in Vermont, I cannot tell you how inaccurate they have been in talking about or showing the area. I spent a lot of time in So. Burlington and my sister still does. I was amazed that when you got to So. Burlington there was not one single scene that was So. Burlington. You showed Burlington and as far as all that lumber stuff is concerned... I have no clue where that is located, but it is not So. Burlington. All the water scenes were either Burlington or Shelburne. Anyone going there looking for the place would certainly not recognise it based on the description or pictures you were showing. Also it does not have a booming economy as far as job selections or rate of pay. Most of the low unemployment rate is due to minimum wage jobs. There once were many high paying jobs in technology (i.e. IBM and Digital and more) but most have left the area because Vermont is not business friendly. It is strictly a place were wealthy people move to and not a place where they go to if becoming wealthy is on their mind. That is, of course, unless your name is Ben or Jerry! My whole family had to relocate to NC to have a living wage and a higher standard of living. Vermont is a pretty state though when it isn't covered in snow.
Anne you view is a little off! You only look at the top of the State! I think you need to look at all the other areas and see what is really happening! The poverty, section 8 housing and the drug problem!
The person making this video certainly didn't do much exploring in Vermont. Most all of these places are bedroom communities of Burlington and I don't agree with all the facts given. For instance, I find it hard to believe the median income in Jericho is higher than Shelburne. I've lived in Middlebury my entire life, and I'm not saying these places listed aren't great places to live, I'm just saying this video didn't do the rest of the state justice.
This video is hilarious. You cannot buy a decent home in any of these towns for less than $450k and renting anything decent that is larger than a 1 bedroom is going to be $2k a month with nothing included. Also, Norwich is the only town you listed that isn’t over developed. Chittenden County is so much different than the rest of the state and most of these towns are all next to each other in Chittenden County. Over 25% of the entire population of the state lives in Chittenden County. There are only 11 towns/cities in Vermont with over 10k people and 7 of them are in Chittenden county. If you want to live in real Vermont move to a small town with a population of less than 3k.
Jericho and South Burlington over Woodstock, Stowe, or Waterbury? Probably never been to Vermont smh, those places are pretty much Anytown USA. And no Northeast Kingdom?? That area has had issues with addiction over the years... But alas it's one of the most unique and friendly in the state. And that comment about the weather??? If 100"+ of snowfall and being cloudier than Seattle for most of the year is your idea of good weather... You might wanna get yourself checked out😂
@@DG-ql7ji I have 10 years of customer service, 6 years of sales in wines, I worked 5 years as a para-professional in a special education classroom until recently now im stocking and doing retail.
@@dustinmichel7608 There's plenty of retail places to work at. The biggest employers in VT is the UVM hospital and Air & Army Guard. Otherwise, you should be able to find employment. If you like snow, this is the place to be. Winters last 4 1/2-ish months.
I live in VT. The weather sucks most of the year. Long winter. Short summer. They do not seem to know what paved roads or bike trails are. There are those but a lot of dirt roads that should be paved. There is a lack of good cell service in areas including where I live. Fortunately my WiFi is good as long as the power does not go out. And there are way too many liberals here.
I can't tell you how many small business died because if this covid bullshit, and how much of a struggle it has been for the average family. I grew up in that state, it will always be my home, but to those looking: move on, don't live there. Retire there, you'll have better luck
Blessedly, the very best places, where we live, are NOT listed (heh heh). And most of us make way less than the folks in Jericho. The state in general does try harder than most.
Apparently, someone with no clue produced this video. Housing costs are not remotely what she says it is. For example, Shelburne houses for sale right now, there is one page of listings and houses are in excess of a million with the high over 8 million. Furthermore, none of the housing prices are no where near what she says they are...expect at least double. She doesn't mention the extremely high taxes either. FYI, places to rent are almost impossible to find. Want to store your belongings while you look for a home, better go to another state near Vermont.
As a enslaved Canadian to our communist social welfare liberal government Vermont seems to be a great place to consider however this vid is misleading when compared to other vids on Vermont! Any ideas on who's telling the truth?
Um, there's a housing shortage in VT, to the extent that businesses are creating workforce housing. Suburbs? Norwich town government is currently a mess. I'm glad I don't live there.
too funny, but they do that all over, I am in Ecuador ,, very common here, and we are 90% vaccinated, I ditched the mask a few months ago, only where required indoors like supermarkets
No hate, but you never know if they just got into the car and forgot to remove it. I'm sorry, but as long as it's not hurting anyone else, I don't see what is wrong with it. Have a nice day.
These people are ignorant virtue signaling that would file sexual assault charges against school children for using the wrong pronoun. Vermont has sunken to a new low.
This propaganda about Vermont is exhausting. Nice is relative and believe me there is much not to like about living in Vermont. Many people who move here leave because it is limiting and the harsh winters. The community interests center around yoga, composting, and virtue signaling. This extremely liberal, socialist state oppresses free speech. The school system has filed sexual assault charges against school children who fail to use correct pronouns and everyone who is not a democratic/socialist is labeled a hater and racist by default. With that being said, the forests are lovely.
Would you prefer a red/fascist state such as Mississippi, Alabama or Louisiana? You know, the Confederacy. How about Texas where you can make good money accusing Taxi drivers of offering abortion rides? I'm guessing you'll now tell me how Bernie Sanders single-handedly ruined Vermont.
@@douglasdea637 This is the 21st century. There is no more Confederacy. Get your facts straight. You are a perfect example of what I do not like about Vermont. My only question is, "Do you actually think young children should be charged with sexual harassment for not using another child's correct pronouns?" If you do, then Vermont is a perfect place for you.
@@CJ-gv6bq They were states of the Confederacy, kid. And the way conservatives love it so much and are talking about a second Civil War (you lost the first, don't know why you want a second try) it largely still is. Got a citation for that charge? I tired googling your crazy story and couldn't find one. And do you think taxi drivers should be fined $10,000 for delivering a person to a building? Well, yes, of course you do. Do you think teenagers should buy military hardware? Yes, you do. Do you think society should ban the teaching of history and arrest teachers for teaching it? Yes, you do. That is what conservatives want for America.
@@douglasdea637 I have no idea what you are referencing. You still never answered my question. I know of no conservative that wants a civil war. Most concervatives I know are kind, older people, who are incapable of being cruel or harming anyone. You are consuming way to much corporate media and it is eating away at your a ability to think critically. So, do think children should be charged with sexual assault for not using the correct pronouns? This is a very simple question and has no bearing on your political affiliation.
Dont know who did research on this vid. You will need lots of money to pay for everything. Businesses are closing due to peeps not wanting to work at all or seniors retired early. The voice of this lady is irritating. Its boring in Vermont...no people and no opportunities. Drinking alcohol is a big fav here. Dont go to Burlington...people dying weekly. I live in Shelburne. High prices here. Grocery stores are north in S Burlington for better prices. Fancy restaurants closing. Montpelier is home to weirdos and Goddard College down the road. Dirty city. Run down. Williston is all shopping .... about the only place with big box stores. Burlington is setting up a pod city for homeless at the head of Church St. If you love meadows and green grass its all for you. Vermont is not a friendly state.
😂😂😂 I laugh at these people that make these videos and think they know what Vermont's like.. because they see it on a piece of paper.. A picture of this you married the woman in this case Vermont. Tell her everything's fine for the first year.. then it comes to the divorce.. high taxes.. and that's just the beginning mental stress of the divorce. Think of the worst thing that could happen and it's probably already happened in Vermont.
Clearly written by someone who never lived in VT and I grew up right next to Jericho, the first mention. It used to be a good state until people from MA, CT, NYC etc., out populated locals and utterly destroyed the State. I also worked at Mills Riverside Park at the store (now a Jollys) and the campground. Went in the Army, came back for some of the most expensive tuition in the State. Anti-business, outrageous taxes and a legistature control by lunatics from out of state that are led by people like Bernie Sanders. FYI, he IS NOT from VT and from NYC and has never held an actual job in his life.
1. Zero. 2. Move away if you love yourself. 3. I was born a boy, but my kunt liberal mother told me I was a girl. 4. Blue-hair dye with your Bachelor's Degree in Racism from UVM. 5. Who doesn't love thousands of Somali migrants? 6. Taxes? Say goodbye to your paycheck. 7. Who doesn't love sending their kid to a school where there's a 100% chance they'll score below average on state exams? Who wouldn't want to live in mini-Canada?
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I don't know who came up with this, but I wonder if they've even set foot in this state, let alone lived here. I'm a 9th gen Vermonter and I love it here, but I can tell you that the cost of living is high, housing is scarce and incredibly expensive, the wages aren't fantastic, you don't have broadband or cell service everywhere, and with our long, harsh winters, saying that the weather is "always nice" is blatantly false advertising. As others have said, you might want to do some fact checking before presenting this kind of video.
5th generation Vermonter here. Totally agree. They took info off a fact sheet provided by State House. Vermont has been begging families to move here for years. Besides, Norwich kids except for elementary all attend school in NH. And all the others listed are in the Burlington/Montpelier corridor that rules the state.
Agreed, misleading.
Totally agree! Just visit and go home
Very well said there's a lot of frosting in this statement..
Vermont is nothing like what they said.. lol
Fact is there's a lot of poor people live in here, like you said for
generations..
This is a wild attempt, two more money into the state..😵💫😵💫😵💫
😉@@joycedimaggio3816
I live in Vermont in Essex and it is not distant it's right next to Jericho and Williston and S. Burlington and Shelburne. Almost all of these towns listed are in Chittenden County. I don't agree with much of the information shared here. Should get your facts straight. Don't get me wrong, Vermont is beautiful and safe. The schools are very good in Chittenden County especially for children with special needs, but outside of that I can't say as I haven't lived in other counties. It is, however, very expensive and has very long, cold, dark winters. If you want to move or are planning to move here please do your research. Don't just watch these videos and see how pretty and quaint it appears; research it, talk to people who live here, join social media groups, etc.
I agree completely, I’ve lived all over Vermont and this is skewed to make people move here, which we don’t need. Do you wonder why our crime rates are so low (but are on the rise)? Housing is not like she is saying and is only getting worse with the influx of people.
Sure if you have an extreme excess of money there’s lots of amenities, if not then you better be satisfied with a lot of long walks in the woods.
I love it here, go fishing, hiking and shooting all the time but this video doesn’t sit well with me, also our winters are hell
Hey we're neighbors!
I grew up in Essex jct. Lived in jericho, and South Burlington.
I left due to the cost of living, and the winters are way to long.
To bad because it's will always be home.
@@lowell5561 winter is one of Vermont's main attractions tho
@@josephschaffer2716 ofc since in the east coast
I grew up in Vermont, so here is my list: If you are looking for a small urban feel, Burlington is your best bet, but Winooski is growing rapidly if you are fine with living in a one-bedroom condo situated near a bunch of jobs. It also has a great restaurant scene, historic feel, and by FAR the most ethnic and racial diversity in the State. If you're looking for a small-town with a nice village, Middlebury/Vergennes area is great as is the Montpelier/Waterbury area. Looking for the Lake life? Colchester is a nice suburb along the lake, but is more pricey. The hidden gem in my opinion are the Lake Champlain Islands - flat, bikeable, tons of lake access, only has locally-owned businesses, and has a friendly neighborly environment. Manchester and Brattleboro are some nice towns in Southern Vermont with village feels and I agree that Norwich is nice as well. If you are looking for a quiet, secluded home in the woods away from everything, your best bet is what we call the Northeast Kingdom. It's eerily quiet and has some beautiful scenery. But it really is quite far from everything (so it's perfect if that's what you're looking for!)
Hi, I live in Chicago. I am changing my life. I am 62 and recently divorced and wondering what there would be for me to do if I move to Vermont. Could you please provide me with some insights?
@@pmhatefi It's a very different lifestyle than Chicago! Outdoor recreation, peace and quiet, friendly neighbors, great breweries. Burlington is the only place where you'll feel like you're in a city, but compared to Chicago, it will feel more like a single neighborhood within a city.
Where is a good place to shop for arts and craft? And where is the best VA veterans hospital?
@@vaihiriagantt6375 There's a Michael's in town, but also a few boutique shops near Church Street downtown. Burlington Lakeside VA clinic is one option, or you could take a ferry across the lake to go to Plattsburgh.
@@clav93089 thank you!
I guess that “nice weather” is a matter of opinion🤗
exactly
5 season state summer, autumn, winter
spring and mud. Check Brookfield a lovely little town.
I’ve been there during every season except the mud season. I like them all.
My thoughts exactly!
it truly has nice weather
As a vermonter I have to add that it's the 2nd most expensive state to live in. Property tax is one of the highest, food prices in the second behind Hawaii and youd think with it being so pricey that the minimum wage would be higher but it's not with limited job availability aswell. Vermont is a great place to retire or go to school but if you want to live somewhere affordable and start your life right vermont isnt the best option.
Agreed
Nice weather all year round? Lots of discrepancies in this video...
Nice weather all year long...hmm, I guess if 6 months of winter is your thing I guess so 🤔
That was the first comment in the video that stuck in my head. I guess if you like 42 deg on average and 6 months of snow...
I lived in Vermont and your more than right 6 months of winter is one down side to Vermont
I grew up across the river from Norwich, in Hanover, NH. While I consider myself a proud Granite Stater, I have always loved Vermont and do feel a close connection to it since Hanover and Norwich are essentially one community, as they share the same school district, and Norwich kids attend Hanover schools starting in grade seven (so I had a ton of Vermont friends in school). Many Norwich residents are also employed by Dartmouth College, which is in Hanover. I have been living in Scandinavia for over a decade now, but not too long ago, my wife and I were discussing the possibility of moving to the States, and we decided that if we were to pull the trigger and make the move, we'd go to Vermont. One of the other cool things, especially in northern Vermont, is you are not far from Montreal. So you can get a very cool multicultural, and almost European feel, just a short drive from the Burlington area.
I lived in Vermont for 15 years while teaching at Middlebury College. I took many trips around the state, soaking up the scenery and diversity of living space. I didn’t quite qualify for the 251 Club, of people who have visited all 251 cities and towns in the state, but would have if I’d stayed there much longer. Yes, I did visit all seven towns listed here, but agree that too many are in the same area, near Burlington. That said, I must thank you for screening this. It revives many fond memories.
Montpelier: understand Culinary Institute has closed down.
Does anyone know where the bluffs/mountains are in the video at 7:37?
Chile.
@@bobbyvox2352 this is Chile the country? 😅
Nepal
I used to live in Montpelier, vt. Loved it but unfortunately, we moved to Florida.
Where'd they get this information??? We're looking at relocating to Vermont and South Burlington house prices are well over $700,000! So many of these stats in this video are so far off not to mention the blaze attitude toward the true financial situation of so many struggling Americans who couldn't possibly afford a move to Vermont.
I’m surprised that houses go for $700,000 in South Burlington; and the surrounding areas.
@@moa3008 It's off the wall crazy with home prices right now! The realtors and banks are trying to attract cash buyers to Vermont. And frankly, I'm not a fan of the prices or the great migration of people. The infrastructure isn't built to handle it. Too many one lane roads.
Lack of good paying jobs also.
at the 7:37 mark, can someone confirm where that video is taken from? Doesn't look like South Burlington to me...but I am in Australia.
Your presentation is so good
No, most all of it was terribly inaccurate.
Hey if u want to live here don’t expect Starbucks, Uber or any other things you city people want. It’s rural New England, Get your wool sweaters, socks & underwear, don’t flinch if you see a dead deer hung up & flayed out in your neighbors yard during hunting season. Make sure you have snow tires & don’t drive like an idiot during a snow or ice storm because you’ll end up upside down. Beware of skunks porcupines & fisher cats. And believe it if a native says “well, don’t think you can get there from here.”. It’s Gods Country a beautiful state just respect it. Okay? Thank you and have a nice day 😊
Not really… there are roughly 12 Starbucks in Vermont and I’ve taken an Uber home from the airport.
@@jayc-1092 You must be in a populated area. I came home from the hospital couldn’t walk, couldn’t drive. I thought there might be a delivery service because I lived near Dartmouth the border. No Uber no delivery in this area of VT. At least the app I downloaded said the area didn’t offer the service. Thank Goodness the town I lived in people help out. Neighbors are beautiful people. Over the border there is a Starbucks. McDonalds in the Town I live went out of business some 16 years ago but independent restaurants are still here.
I love all these towns but this video has so many discrepancies. Some of the video shots are of places not where she described.
Is 7:38 in Vermont?
@@realmindnm Ummm ... NO ! And some are upstate NY also
"She" Is a robotic voice
Also shows tons of stock footage from Brattleboro but never mentions it by name. 🤷
Very poor editing and very poor information - most just wrong.
What about Southern Vermont? Manchester? Dorset? Brattleboro, etc.? Bristol? Chester? Pretty bad list.
As a longtime Vermonter: Mills Riverside Park is not in Essex (it's in Jericho and Underhill);, Essex is indistinguishable from any suburb anywhere. Same for Williston (home of big box stores and franchise restaurants) and South Burlington, the town without a center. Norwich, however, is excellent, which is why it costs a lot to buy a house there (it is to some extent a bedroom community for Dartmouth College faculty, including those from the medical school). Generally, this piece doesn't understand Vermont (no, the weather is not always nice, and the state gets about the fewest hours of sunshine of any state). On the other hand, the quiet and the wildlife make it worth it.
I wonder why Woodstock wasn't included in this list.
@Fred Wills Yes, I see your point.
@Fred Wills Yes, I see what you mean. I've heard of locals describing Hanover, NH (where part of my family was based for many years) as being like another planet. Picture-book New England, lovely Ivy League college town, yet they couldn't afford to live there. At best, local people might get to work there.
@Fred Wills Wow! So they have no state income tax, no state sales tax, and low property taxes? That's a sweet deal.
@Fred Wills Horse farms around S.Woodstock, Reading, Brownsville. GMHA area.
@@gerberjoanne266 NH does not have low property taxes
These Prices are Incredible! In Charleston, Sc most rentals are 1800-2400.00 plus! I would love to live in Vermont
Don't buy into these videos as it is not cheap to rent in Vermont et al
.??? Vermont is top 3 cost of living in US
Hate to say it, the prices are actually really similar in VT. Might be lower in really rural parts.
@@josephschaffer2716 vermont IS rural... if youre talking pill head country, ya, might be a tad less. but still off charts compared to ocean front FL property... this place sucks in every way..
Home and rental prives are way off. Taxes are astronomical. Between housing, food, and taxes, VT is among the most expensive places to live in the US.
0:24. “It has nice weather all year long.” 😅 You’ve obviously never been to Vermont (in the winter).
I only visit Vermont in January. I love it. Granted I don’t have to go to work in it. Even so I would trade sweltering hot Alabama summers for cold Vermont winters any day of the week.
Ah, mud season!
If you're poor, move where there is the most resources... Foodboxs, shelters, assistance, so on. So the bigger cities are more likely.. I'd love to move to Burlington, or the capital.
So many errors.
7:39? Not even filmed in vermont. Among other clips.
Please, future Vermonters, do your own research before moving here. Vermont is lovely, but half of this video can barely pass for telling the truth.
Chittenden County is not really Vermont, it is anywhere USA,, , you forgot so many other places to live, Manchester, Brattleboro,, Rutland, White River, Northeast Kingdom, and on and on, frankly, the real Vermont, a very biased video
MOAR!
It's either expensive and near a bunch of people or also expensive in the middle of nowhere
I'll match how of these an rise u newport center love it out here
I lived in Newport 40 years ago on Prospect Street.
Nice weather all year long?
This list was not put together by someone familiar with Vermont as she mispronounces 2 very common words: Chittenden for Vermont's largest county and Adirondack for the NY mountain range. There are no affordable rentals in Vermont and her housing prices seem low. If seriously considering a move, call a local realtor.
Nice Video
Lookin to move to Vermont within a year or so.. I like being in the woods but not too far out.. I’d like to be somewhat close to a hospital. I have kids so also looking into a great school district.. Can anyone in this comment section give me some guidance? Thank you..
You got South Burlington completely wrong. Everything you said about South Burlington and its amenities along with every video you showed was of downtown Burlington. South Burlington is a suburb that looks like any other American suburb. Burlington is a beautiful, walkable city that is reminiscent of Asheville, NC and Charlottesville, VA, but with a gorgeous lake and mountain view.
I noticed that most of the photos you called S. Burlington are NOT!! They are Burlington! I would think someone promoting Vt. should live here so you know what you are talking about. Also rents are much higher than quoted!
The biggest problem I see wrong with Vermont is property taxes are very high!
@@bradleyvanzile1111 it's true. High taxes and lots of regulations. But a lovely place to visit!
How was Middlebury not on this list but Jericho was???? Unbelievable
Living in Vermont is very expensive. Taxes are high. Winter is llloooooonnnnnggggg. It's quaint and beautiful, though. I suggest a visit and return home.
Wow this is such a false image of Vermont. Most of these towns are in like the same place, within 20 minutes of each other… Winter is harsh. Living is expensive. Vermont is amazing but it isn’t for everyone and this video is like false advertising almost. Do better research.
7:37 -- that does NOT look like any place in VT.
Anna there work permit visa
It’s a kinder gentler state then other New England states.
I doubt the persons reading the commentary has ever been here.
Ok, after living 50+ years in Vermont, I cannot tell you how inaccurate they have been in talking about or showing the area. I spent a lot of time in So. Burlington and my sister still does. I was amazed that when you got to So. Burlington there was not one single scene that was So. Burlington. You showed Burlington and as far as all that lumber stuff is concerned... I have no clue where that is located, but it is not So. Burlington. All the water scenes were either Burlington or Shelburne. Anyone going there looking for the place would certainly not recognise it based on the description or pictures you were showing. Also it does not have a booming economy as far as job selections or rate of pay. Most of the low unemployment rate is due to minimum wage jobs. There once were many high paying jobs in technology (i.e. IBM and Digital and more) but most have left the area because Vermont is not business friendly. It is strictly a place were wealthy people move to and not a place where they go to if becoming wealthy is on their mind. That is, of course, unless your name is Ben or Jerry! My whole family had to relocate to NC to have a living wage and a higher standard of living. Vermont is a pretty state though when it isn't covered in snow.
if you have a lot of money then VERMONT is a great place to live
Anne you view is a little off! You only look at the top of the State! I think you need to look at all the other areas and see what is really happening! The poverty, section 8 housing and the drug problem!
And get all that wrong, too? Lol
The person making this video certainly didn't do much exploring in Vermont. Most all of these places are bedroom communities of Burlington and I don't agree with all the facts given. For instance, I find it hard to believe the median income in Jericho is higher than Shelburne. I've lived in Middlebury my entire life, and I'm not saying these places listed aren't great places to live, I'm just saying this video didn't do the rest of the state justice.
You skipped Stowe
Skipped anywhere outside Chittenden County.
You don't want to move to Vermont believe taxes are high food prices are out of control and the infrastructure is to the point if dangerous.
This video is hilarious. You cannot buy a decent home in any of these towns for less than $450k and renting anything decent that is larger than a 1 bedroom is going to be $2k a month with nothing included.
Also, Norwich is the only town you listed that isn’t over developed. Chittenden County is so much different than the rest of the state and most of these towns are all next to each other in Chittenden County.
Over 25% of the entire population of the state lives in Chittenden County. There are only 11 towns/cities in Vermont with over 10k people and 7 of them are in Chittenden county. If you want to live in real Vermont move to a small town with a population of less than 3k.
I’m from Montpelier and the way she said Montpelier LMAO. Also the way she said chittenden lol, it’s pronounced: chitt-nen.
good thing she did not go to Charlotte. she really has zero feel for Vermont, sad
Pronunciations for place names are whatever the people say it is.
Yes, when I visit many towns, I ask local residents how they pronounce the name.
Jericho and South Burlington over Woodstock, Stowe, or Waterbury? Probably never been to Vermont smh, those places are pretty much Anytown USA. And no Northeast Kingdom?? That area has had issues with addiction over the years... But alas it's one of the most unique and friendly in the state. And that comment about the weather??? If 100"+ of snowfall and being cloudier than Seattle for most of the year is your idea of good weather... You might wanna get yourself checked out😂
✍️✋Vermont 🇺🇸 es uno de los Estados de america mas seguro,para vivir no hay mucha violencia.
If I can find work my family wants to move from California.
What's your profession?
@@DG-ql7ji I have 10 years of customer service, 6 years of sales in wines, I worked 5 years as a para-professional in a special education classroom until recently now im stocking and doing retail.
@@dustinmichel7608 There's plenty of retail places to work at. The biggest employers in VT is the UVM hospital and Air & Army Guard. Otherwise, you should be able to find employment. If you like snow, this is the place to be. Winters last 4 1/2-ish months.
@@DG-ql7jithank you very much. I appreciate it very much.
MY DAUGHTER LIVES IN NORWICH AND TEACHES AT DARTMOUTH UNIVERSITY FROM NC
7:45: “Adirondykes”?
Wonderful
I live in VT. The weather sucks most of the year. Long winter. Short summer. They do not seem to know what paved roads or bike trails are. There are those but a lot of dirt roads that should be paved. There is a lack of good cell service in areas including where I live. Fortunately my WiFi is good as long as the power does not go out. And there are way too many liberals here.
Do you know the 14 counties in Vermont?I bet you don't know them at all
This video is so misleading
Missing good time at UVM
I can't tell you how many small business died because if this covid bullshit, and how much of a struggle it has been for the average family. I grew up in that state, it will always be my home, but to those looking: move on, don't live there. Retire there, you'll have better luck
The 7 best places in Vermont are all located in other states.
What does it mean when she said. "The entire coummunity is bonded?"
"and here's Burlington!" .....wastes time showing us lumber and what looks strikingly like Switzerland instead of Vermont.
yeah where is that?
This video maker stole footage, ive seen this footage on a vermont real estate youtube channel
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Wow, a minute in and already she's wrong about everything that isn't scenery related
Blessedly, the very best places, where we live, are NOT listed (heh heh). And most of us make way less than the folks in Jericho. The state in general does try harder than most.
Apparently, someone with no clue produced this video. Housing costs are not remotely what she says it is. For example, Shelburne houses for sale right now, there is one page of listings and houses are in excess of a million with the high over 8 million. Furthermore, none of the housing prices are no where near what she says they are...expect at least double. She doesn't mention the extremely high taxes either. FYI, places to rent are almost impossible to find. Want to store your belongings while you look for a home, better go to another state near Vermont.
Bro sb is literally a worst version of burlington
"...it has nice weather all year long..." Really?
Low unemployment because everyone needs 3 jobs just to scrape by. And they just added a new tax!
Not a good place to retire, taxes and fees on everything! I visit friends here often, it is beautiful, but I wouldn't live here!
Is there any black people live in one of these town in vermont state?
Why yes there are, plus Hispanic, Asian and women too. Although, the state is predominantly white Caucasian 90percent.
As a enslaved Canadian to our communist social welfare liberal government Vermont seems to be a great place to consider however this vid is misleading when compared to other vids on Vermont! Any ideas on who's telling the truth?
Um, there's a housing shortage in VT, to the extent that businesses are creating workforce housing. Suburbs? Norwich town government is currently a mess. I'm glad I don't live there.
" offers nice weather all year long"
... You are joking, right!
Clueless ...
Lol....highly educated? People drive around wearing a mask in their cars even if they are alone.
too funny, but they do that all over, I am in Ecuador ,, very common here, and we are 90% vaccinated, I ditched the mask a few months ago, only where required indoors like supermarkets
No hate, but you never know if they just got into the car and forgot to remove it. I'm sorry, but as long as it's not hurting anyone else, I don't see what is wrong with it. Have a nice day.
Your username proves that you’re not highly educated, so mind your own
Lol
These people are ignorant virtue signaling that would file sexual assault charges against school children for using the wrong pronoun. Vermont has sunken to a new low.
Hahahaha you lost me at nice weather all year long.
This propaganda about Vermont is exhausting. Nice is relative and believe me there is much not to like about living in Vermont. Many people who move here leave because it is limiting and the harsh winters. The community interests center around yoga, composting, and virtue signaling. This extremely liberal, socialist state oppresses free speech. The school system has filed sexual assault charges against school children who fail to use correct pronouns and everyone who is not a democratic/socialist is labeled a hater and racist by default. With that being said, the forests are lovely.
Would you prefer a red/fascist state such as Mississippi, Alabama or Louisiana? You know, the Confederacy. How about Texas where you can make good money accusing Taxi drivers of offering abortion rides?
I'm guessing you'll now tell me how Bernie Sanders single-handedly ruined Vermont.
@@douglasdea637 This is the 21st century. There is no more Confederacy. Get your facts straight. You are a perfect example of what I do not like about Vermont. My only question is, "Do you actually think young children should be charged with sexual harassment for not using another child's correct pronouns?" If you do, then Vermont is a perfect place for you.
@@CJ-gv6bq They were states of the Confederacy, kid. And the way conservatives love it so much and are talking about a second Civil War (you lost the first, don't know why you want a second try) it largely still is.
Got a citation for that charge? I tired googling your crazy story and couldn't find one.
And do you think taxi drivers should be fined $10,000 for delivering a person to a building? Well, yes, of course you do. Do you think teenagers should buy military hardware? Yes, you do. Do you think society should ban the teaching of history and arrest teachers for teaching it? Yes, you do. That is what conservatives want for America.
@@douglasdea637 I have no idea what you are referencing. You still never answered my question. I know of no conservative that wants a civil war. Most concervatives I know are kind, older people, who are incapable of being cruel or harming anyone. You are consuming way to much corporate media and it is eating away at your a ability to think critically. So, do think children should be charged with sexual assault for not using the correct pronouns? This is a very simple question and has no bearing on your political affiliation.
Your anti southern Vermont bias is well evident.
Don't believe it folks!
Dont know who did research on this vid. You will need lots of money to pay for everything. Businesses are closing due to peeps not wanting to work at all or seniors retired early. The voice of this lady is irritating. Its boring in Vermont...no people and no opportunities. Drinking alcohol is a big fav here. Dont go to Burlington...people dying weekly. I live in Shelburne. High prices here. Grocery stores are north in S Burlington for better prices. Fancy restaurants closing. Montpelier is home to weirdos and Goddard College down the road. Dirty city. Run down. Williston is all shopping .... about the only place with big box stores. Burlington is setting up a pod city for homeless at the head of Church St. If you love meadows and green grass its all for you. Vermont is not a friendly state.
😂😂😂 I laugh at these people that make these videos and think they know what Vermont's like.. because they see it on a piece of paper..
A picture of this you married the woman in this case Vermont.
Tell her everything's fine for the first year.. then it comes to the divorce.. high taxes.. and that's just the beginning mental stress of the divorce.
Think of the worst thing that could happen and it's probably already happened in Vermont.
Jesus saith unto him , I am the way , the truth and the life : no man cometh unto the Father but by me .
Sorry if I have given you trouble .
Clearly written by someone who never lived in VT and I grew up right next to Jericho, the first mention. It used to be a good state until people from MA, CT, NYC etc., out populated locals and utterly destroyed the State. I also worked at Mills Riverside Park at the store (now a Jollys) and the campground. Went in the Army, came back for some of the most expensive tuition in the State. Anti-business, outrageous taxes and a legistature control by lunatics from out of state that are led by people like Bernie Sanders. FYI, he IS NOT from VT and from NYC and has never held an actual job in his life.
Vermont is an outhouse
1. Zero.
2. Move away if you love yourself.
3. I was born a boy, but my kunt liberal mother told me I was a girl.
4. Blue-hair dye with your Bachelor's Degree in Racism from UVM.
5. Who doesn't love thousands of Somali migrants?
6. Taxes? Say goodbye to your paycheck.
7. Who doesn't love sending their kid to a school where there's a 100% chance they'll score below average on state exams?
Who wouldn't want to live in mini-Canada?