($1,238) Movers From Portland, ME to Yonkers, NY

What to know before moving from Portland to Yonkers

Moving from Portland to Yonkers comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Yonkers is generally more expensive than Portland, 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 Yonkers are 36% higher than in Portland, 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 Portland.
  Home prices in Yonkers are 18.5% higher than in Portland.
• Income in Yonkers is 20.3% higher than in Portland, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Yonkers include Leake and Watts Services, Yonkers Contracting, and St. John's Riverside Hospital.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Yonkers, since the cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 22.4% higher than in Portland. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Yonkers, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 9.2% higher than in Portland.
• The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 46.15% higher than in Portland.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Yonkers, since the city’s sales taxes in Yonkers are 61.45% higher than in Portland.
• State income taxes in Yonkers are 87.93% higher than in Portland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,673.22 in Yonkers to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Portland.

How life is different in Portland vs. Yonkers

• The population of Yonkers is about 209% greater than Portland, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Yonkers offers better access to buses and trains than Portland, based on public transportation ratings. Yonkers has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in Portland. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Yonkers means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Portland. Yonkers is considered more walkable than Portland, with a score of 69 out of 100 versus 62 out of 100 in Portland. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Yonkers, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Portland. While Portland has a bike-friendliness score of 68 out of 100, Yonkers earned a 37. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Yonkers as Portland. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Yonkers is generally as safe as Portland, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Yonkers and Portland is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Portland vs. Yonkers move

• Weather: June, September and August are the most pleasant months in Yonkers, while January and February are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: New York requires moving companies to have a license and obtain a New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) number. A NYDOT license ensures your mover is in compliance with the state's safety, insurance, and operational regulations.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a New York moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: New York doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Yonkers. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.Choose Released Value Protection for no-cost, minimal coverage from movers. They're responsible for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For comprehensive coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Yonkers

Ready to relocate to "Central City"? Here are some of the top neighborhoods to consider in Yonkers.

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