Moving From Pennsylvania to Vermont With Confidence

Factors that Affect the Cost of Moving from Pennsylvania to Vermont

Moving costs aren't one-size-fits-all, and a few key details can make your total price go up or down. Here are the most common factors that affect how much your move will cost.

• Timing of your move: Prices tend to spike during peak moving season (especially summer), and moves booked on weekends or at the beginning or end of the month often cost more.
• Professional vs. DIY: Choosing between a DIY move and hiring a full-service mover such as American Van Lines can make a big difference in your overall cost and experience. DIY can cost less upfront, but you'll be on the hook for the packing, heavy lifting, and logistics, while AVL takes care of the hard work for you, making the move smoother, safer, and far less stressful.
• Exact distance: Longer moves generally come with higher quotes, and even small changes in mileage between your current home and your new one can affect the total cost.
• Size of move: The more rooms (and stuff) you're moving, the more labor, time, and truck space you'll need, which usually means a higher overall price.

Climate

Both states see average summer highs around 83°F, so you probably won't need to rethink your summer wardrobe or change up your usual routine. It's an easy transition if you prefer familiar weather day to day.

Economic Opportunities

Vermont has a lot going for job seekers, especially in real estate and rental and leasing ($4.7 billion), educational services, health care, and social assistance ($4.6 billion), and professional and business services ($3.4 billion), where high demand can create plenty of openings.

With an average income of $74,014, Vermont may offer higher earning potential than Pennsylvania, where the average income is $73,170.

Vermont's college graduation rate averages 44.44%, and some of its standout universities are University of Vermont, Middlebury College, and Champlain College.

Demographic Info

Vermont has 647,064 residents, which is less than Pennsylvania's 12,961,683. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female. Vermont's crime index is 18.93, reflecting the number of crimes per 1,000 residents in the state.

Fun & Recreation

From Essex, South Burlington, and Burlington, there's lots to do in Vermont, including outdoor recreation opportunities at Waterfront Park, Dog Mountain Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, and Red Rocks Park. For the arts and culture fans, Vermont has plenty of spots like Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home, Billings Farm & Museum, and Shelburne Museum.

Sports enthusiasts can cheer on Vermont Catamounts (NCAA). Families and single people alike can get to know the state by visiting 1: Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory Tour, 2: Lake Champlain, and 3: Shelburne Museum.