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What to know before moving from Raleigh to New Haven

Moving from Raleigh to New Haven means adjusting to a different pace of life — and a different price tag. On average, it costs significantly more to live in Raleigh than in New Haven, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

Check out how Raleigh compares to New Haven so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in New Haven are 42% higher than in Raleigh, 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 New Haven.
  Home prices in New Haven are 30.2% lower than in Raleigh.
• Income in New Haven is 2,712.0% higher than in Raleigh, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in New Haven include ASSA ABLOY Group, ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US, and Yale New Haven Health.
• The cost of living for a single person in New Haven is 61.9% lower than in Raleigh. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in New Haven is 3.3% lower than in Raleigh.
• The unemployment rate in New Haven is 125.58% higher than in Raleigh.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in New Haven, since the city’s sales taxes in New Haven are 12.41% lower than in Raleigh.
• One perk of moving to New Haven is paying less in state income taxes, which are 33.33% lower than in Raleigh.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,142.34 in New Haven to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Raleigh.

How life is different in Raleigh vs. New Haven

• New Haven might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 71% less than Raleigh.
• New Haven offers better access to buses and trains than Raleigh, based on public transportation ratings. New Haven has a transit score of 7 out of 10 compared to 4 in Raleigh. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in New Haven means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Raleigh. New Haven is considered more walkable than Raleigh, with a score of 68 out of 100 versus 31 out of 100 in Raleigh. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, New Haven is considered more bike-friendly than Raleigh in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. New Haven has a bike-friendliness score of 66 out of 100, while Raleigh is rated as 39 out of 100.
• The crime rate in New Haven is higher than in Raleigh, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 58.2 in New Haven, it is 38.87 in Raleigh. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in New Haven. With a crime index of 41.8, New Haven ranks lower in overall safety than Raleigh, whose index is Raleigh's 60.13. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• You can breathe easy knowing that New Haven has better air quality than in Raleigh. New Haven has Good air quality, compared to moderate in Raleigh. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

Other things to consider for your Raleigh vs. New Haven move

• Weather: Best months to move to New Haven are June, September and August as these are the best months with tolerable weather. January and February are the least comfortable months as these are the coldest months.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) regulates in-state moving companies and taxi, trucking, and bus companies. In addition, customers are also protected from scam movers by regulations set forth by the Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Connecticut moving company\’s license by visiting the state'spublic utilities commission
• Moving permits: You won’t need a moving permit in Connecticut, though it\’s smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly toNew Haven Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations.Opting for Released Value Protection is a budget-friendly choice, as it comes at no extra cost from movers, although it provides minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's liability is limited to a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. If your belongings are valuable and you seek coverage beyond this limited protection, it's recommended to discuss alternative options with your chosen moving company or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Where to live in New Haven

Now that you’ve chosen "Elm City" as your next home, here are a few of the best neighborhoods in New Haven to check out.

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