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What to know before moving from Hartford to Cincinnati

Moving from Hartford to Cincinnati comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Cincinnati is generally more expensive than Hartford, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Cincinnati are 9% higher than in Hartford, which means you’ll have less money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Hartford.
  Home prices in Cincinnati are 41.4% higher than in Hartford.
• Income in Cincinnati is 7.6% lower than in Hartford, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Cincinnati include Kroger, First Student, and Macy's.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Cincinnati, since the cost of living for a single person in Cincinnati is 18.3% higher than in Hartford. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Cincinnati, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Cincinnati is 23.8% higher than in Hartford.
• The unemployment rate in Cincinnati is 65.00% lower than in Hartford.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Cincinnati, since the city’s sales taxes in Cincinnati are 2.36% higher than in Hartford.
• State income taxes in Cincinnati are 16.67% higher than in Hartford.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,549.64 in Cincinnati to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Hartford.

How life is different in Hartford vs. Cincinnati

• Cincinnati's population is about 156% greater than Hartford.
• Cincinnati's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Hartford's higher score of 8.
• Cincinnati is less walkable than Hartford with a score of 49 out of 100 vs Hartford's 67 out of 100.
• Cincinnati has a bike-friendliness score 36 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Hartford, which has a score of 54 out of 100.
• Cincinnati's crime rate is lower than Hartford with a score of 48.47 compared to Hartford's 63.75. This means that Cincinnati neighborhoods are safer than 48.47% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Hartford neighborhoods are safer than 63.75%.
• Cincinnati is considered to be safer than Hartford with a safety index of 49.53 vs Hartford's 36.25.
• Air quality in Cincinnati is good, and in Hartford it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your Hartford vs. Cincinnati move

• Weather: Snowfall and freezing weather is common in the winters and severe thunderstorms may happen in the warmer months.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Ohio moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Ohio does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Cincinnati. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for cost-free Released Value Protection from movers, offering minimal coverage with a maximum liability of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, explore alternatives with your chosen moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Cincinnati

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Blue Chip City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Cincinnati.

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