I made this video when I was thinking about the best states for off grid living in broad terms. Since then, I have built better tools that reflect what matters more in real life.
The truth is that off grid living is usually decided less by the state and more by the county. Zoning, building rules, land use, permits, and local enforcement can vary a lot from one county to the next, even inside the same state.
If you're looking to buy land, here’s a simple way to approach it:
- Start with the County Directory to find areas that allow what you want to do
- Use the Land Locator to find available properties in that county
- Run the property through the Land Selection Checklist before you commit
If you are still exploring where to begin, watch the video below for the earlier conversation, then use the directory and land locator to take the next practical step.
Start here: