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State-to-State Guide

Moving from New Jersey to Vermont

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your New Jersey to Vermont move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving New Jersey

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%
DESTINATION

Moving to Vermont

Population643K
State Income Tax3.35%-8.75%
Avg Home Price$350,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate1.90%

Why Are People Moving from New Jersey to Vermont?

The migration corridor between New Jersey and Vermont is a popular interstate move. New Jersey has been experiencing net outflow while Vermont continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. The average home price in Vermont is $120,000 less than New Jersey, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Vermont average 20°F, compared to 32°F in New Jersey.

Jobs & Industry: Vermont's key industries include Tourism, Agriculture, Manufacturing, which attract professionals from New Jersey's Pharmaceuticals and Finance sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Cities in Vermont

Burlington
Essex
Rutland
South Burlington

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between New Jersey and Vermont:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

New Jersey → Vermont Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Vermont driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Vermont within 60 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Vermont after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Vermont vehicle inspection requirement: Required annually.

Things to Know About Vermont

  • • No billboards are allowed anywhere in the state
  • • Annual vehicle safety inspections required
  • • Heating costs are a significant expense in winter

What's Different: New Jersey vs Vermont

Taxes

New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Vermont Income Tax:3.35%-8.75%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%
Vermont Property Tax:1.90%

Weather

New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Vermont Summer Avg:76°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F
Vermont Winter Avg:20°F

Cost of Living

New Jersey COL Index:125
Vermont COL Index:115
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Vermont Avg Home Price:$350,000
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Vermont Avg Rent:$1,300/mo

Ready to make the move to Vermont?

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