Considerations when moving from New Haven to Bridgeport

Cost of living: New Haven vs. Bridgeport

New Haven Bridgeport
Average rent cost $2,375 $2,100
Average home value $301,257 $334,700
Average income (per capita) $72,325 $50,597
Cost of living (single person) $2,314 $2,191
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,876 $5,126
Unemployment rate 9.7% 13.2%
  • Rent prices in Bridgeport are 12% lower than in New Haven.
  • Home prices in Bridgeport are 11.1% higher than in New Haven.
  • Income in Bridgeport is 30.0% lower than in New Haven.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Bridgeport is 5.3% lower than in New Haven.
  • The cost of living for a family in Bridgeport is 12.8% lower than in New Haven.
  • The unemployment rate in Bridgeport is 36.08% higher than in New Haven.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,840.54 in Bridgeport to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in New Haven.

How life is different in New Haven vs. Bridgeport

Bridgeport New Haven
Population 148,654 135,081
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 58-41
Summer high 83ยบF 83ยบF
Winter low 22ยบF 21ยบF
Annual rain 47" 48"
Annual snow 30" 29"
Crime index 60.6 58.2
  • The population of Bridgeport is approximately 10% greater than the population of New Haven.
  • In the last presidential election, Bridgeport voted Democratic and New Haven voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Bridgeport is 83ยบF and in New Haven, itโ€™s 83ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Bridgeport reaches the temperature of 22ยบF and New Haven gets down to 21ยบF.
  • You can expect about 47 inches of annual rainfall in Bridgeport vs 48 inches of rainfall in New Haven.
  • In Bridgeport, it snows about 30 inches annually vs 29 inches of snow in New Haven.
  • Bridgeport has a higher crime rate than New Haven with a crime index of 60.6 vs 58.2.

Things to do in Bridgeport

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Bridgeport has plenty to offer:

Museums in Bridgeporttoggle

  • Discovery Museum
  • The Barnum Museum

Parks in Bridgeporttoggle

  • Seaside Park
  • McLevy Green

Sports Teams in Bridgeporttoggle

  • Bridgeport Islanders (AHL)

Universities in Bridgeporttoggle

  • University of Bridgeport
  • Housatonic Community College
  • St. Vincent's College
  • Yeshiva Gedola of Bridgeport

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from New Haven to Bridgeport?toggle

To ship furniture from New Haven to Bridgeport with a mover will cost between $320 and $1,141. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $718โ€“$2,327, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from New Haven to Bridgeport will cost from $1,288โ€“$3,873.

How much are moving container companies from New Haven to Bridgeport?toggle

Moving containers from New Haven to Bridgeport will cost you $111 to $822 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $376 to $1,189. A larger home will cost $816 to $1,534.

How much is a moving truck from New Haven to Bridgeport?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $37 to $95. A larger move will cost $48 to $117, and a four-bedroom or larger move from New Haven to Bridgeport costs from $64 to $149.

How far in advance should I book New Haven-to-Bridgeport movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from New Haven to Bridgeport at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your New Haven-to-Bridgeport movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Bridgeport?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Bridgeport is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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