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| Measure | North Conway | Denver | Burlington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climate | |||
| January / July average | -8°C / 20°C | 0°C / 24°C | -8°C / 21°C |
| Sunny days a year | 175 | 245 | 160 |
| Snow a year | 220 cm | 140 cm | 200 cm |
| Money | |||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 110 | 110 | 105 |
| Typical home price | US$450,000 | US$600,000 | US$450,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | US$7,650 | US$3,300 | US$9,000 |
| Provincial or state income tax | None | Low | High |
| Life | |||
| Health care | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| Main industries | Tourism, retail, hospitality | Aerospace, tech, energy | Health, education, tech |
| Getting around (typical drive) | |||
| Airport | 1h 15m | 35 min | 10 min |
| Ski hill | In town | 1h 30m | 45 min |
| Beach or lake | 15 min | 30 min | 5 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town | In town |
| Risks | |||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | |||
| ⛷️ Skiing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🥾 Hiking | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| 🛶 Lake life | – | – | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | – | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏙️ Big city | – | ✓ | – |
| 🏡 Small town | ✓ | – | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.