21stCenturyJanes t1_jblr1bh wrote on March 9, 2023 at 11:09 PM

Winter is scary but what is happening in Florida is scarier. You will find Vermont is the polar opposite of DeSantis' agenda as far as queer acceptance, abortion rights and education. But the cost of living is high and there is a housing crunch pretty much all over the state right now. And on the other hand, you'll love the people and sense of community. Good luck!

[deleted] OP t1_jblumtd wrote on March 9, 2023 at 11:34 PM

thanks! yeah I'm willing to accept that housing may be difficult to find. at least maybe I would save on homeowner's insurance. it's sky-high in Florida right now.

Vtguy802812 t1_jbmo0d3 wrote on March 10, 2023 at 3:18 AM

Also consider that the average property tax in VT is just over 4k. Income tax 3.35%-8.75%.

Sources: https://www.rocketmortgage.com/learn/property-taxes-by-state

https://taxfoundation.org/state/vermont/

[deleted] OP t1_jbmpmuo wrote on March 10, 2023 at 3:31 AM

right now I pay $1K in property tax and $6K annually in homeowner's insurance, so I would take $4K for property tax.