New Hampshire is a northeastern state known for its scenic mountains, quaint towns, and small-town charm. It has a diverse landscape ranging from coastal beaches to the famous White Mountains. As a popular tourist destination and home to many colleges and universities, New Hampshire has a population of 1.36 million people. Here are some user reviews from BestPlaces.net to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in this particular place.
According to user "Sarah" who has lived in New Hampshire for 8 years, "The natural beauty of this state is unbeatable. From hiking in the White Mountains to fishing in the lakes, there's always something to do outdoors." She also mentions the friendly and welcoming community, saying, "People here are genuinely nice and always willing to lend a helping hand."
Another user, "John," who moved to New Hampshire for a job opportunity, says, "The cost of living here is reasonable compared to other northeastern states. However, the property taxes can be quite high." He also adds, "The public schools are excellent and there are plenty of opportunities for higher education."
On the other hand, "Jennifer" expresses her dissatisfaction with the state's lack of diversity. She says, "As a person of color, I often feel out of place here. There is a serious lack of diversity and inclusivity in New Hampshire." She also mentions the harsh winter weather as a downside, saying, "The winters here can be very long and brutal at times."
Lastly, "Michael," who has moved to New Hampshire with his family, praises the quality of life in this state. He states, "The low crime rates, good schools, and beautiful scenery make it a great place to raise a family." He also notes the state's close proximity to Boston and other major cities, saying, "It's a great location for those who want to be close to bigger cities but still have a peaceful and safe place to live."
In conclusion, New Hampshire offers a unique and diverse living experience, as evident from these user reviews. While its natural beauty and friendly community are highly praised, the state does have its drawbacks such as high property taxes and lack of diversity. Overall, it seems to be a great place to live, especially for those who enjoy the outdoors and a slower-paced lifestyle.
based on 28 ReviewsGet to know New Hampshire with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited New Hampshire
nice to visit, but... - 3/18/2008
...nh is probably best experienced in small doses. I've found that an extended time spent here (all my life, actually) can lead to wanderlust and a desire to go somewhere where its sunny, warm, and pleasantly breezy all the time. don't get me wrong - NH is my homestate, and i love it here, to an extent. summers are beautiful on our many lakes (and even our tiny coastline). even the first snowfall is pretty, for the first fifteen minutes anyways. but let's face it - this place is small. real small. and even though our population is growing (and our cities along with it, ever so slowly), it can't hide the fact that this place kind of stinks to grow up in. when you're younger, you don't want to go to museums or anything like that (and NH does have a handful of those, along with some small theater groups/venues). so i'd have to say this - NH is really picturesque, and that never gets old, but if you're thinking of moving here, think really hard about how you'd like it here. if you're an
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Live free or die trying - 2/14/2008
NH is a decent place to raise a strong family if you have a strong family
.The winters are cold and there is basically no public transportation anywhere.Pretty high property tax but best of all no sales or income taxes.Not the greatest for singles but the beach and Boston is within an hour to the most populated areas of the
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Great Place to Live, But Expensive - 10/11/2007
You can't beat New Hampshire when it comes to recreation opportunities. For boaters, there are hundreds of lakes on which to launch your boat.
For skiing, there are many great mountains that will challenge the experienced but still provide opportunities for novices to learn.
Hiking is a natural given the rural nature of the state.
And, if you have an urge to experience big city life, Boston is a short drive away.
The only downside is the cost of housing. My wife and I moved here from Indiana last year, and are still recovering from housing sticker-shock. I may be retiring in 2 to 3 years, and although we'd love to stay here, we may be forced to move back to the midwest or to the near south (Tennessee, Kentucky) in order to maintain our current standard of
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What Crime? - 8/10/2007
New Hampshire is a very safe, relaxing place to live. The crime rate is low...and the typical woos of the average city these days, are not so evident here. You live the small town life at most. It's where "Everybody Knows Your Name" So, if your raising your kids or you want to retire its the model atmosphere for
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Climate - 3/25/2007
Summers are too short winters way too long and during the spring the black flies don't allow you to be
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Feel Safe In NH - 8/4/2006
Overall, NH has a relatively low crime rate. There are numerous small towns in which a person does not feel the need to lock the door.. While the larger cities are subject to crime, it certainly falls below the national
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