($876) Movers From Manchester, NH to New Haven, CT

What to know before moving from Manchester to New Haven

Moving from Manchester 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 Manchester than in New Haven, making the move an opportunity for many to enjoy a lower cost of living.

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

• Rent prices in New Haven are 19% higher than in Manchester, 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 26.6% lower than in Manchester.
• Income in New Haven is 7.7% higher than in Manchester, 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 5.5% lower than in Manchester. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to New Haven, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in New Haven is 11.8% higher than in Manchester.
• The unemployment rate in New Haven is 155.26% higher than in Manchester.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in New Haven, since the city’s sales taxes in New Haven are 6.35% higher than in Manchester.
• One perk of moving to New Haven is paying less in state income taxes, which are 25.00% lower than in Manchester.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,834.63 in New Haven to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Manchester.

How life is different in Manchester vs. New Haven

• The population of New Haven is about 17% greater than Manchester, 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.
• New Haven offers better access to buses and trains than Manchester, based on public transportation ratings. New Haven has a transit score of 7 out of 10 compared to 3 in Manchester. 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 Manchester. New Haven is considered more walkable than Manchester, with a score of 68 out of 100 versus 51 out of 100 in Manchester. 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 Manchester 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 Manchester is rated as 42 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in New Haven as Manchester. 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.
• New Haven is generally as safe as Manchester, 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 New Haven and Manchester 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 Manchester 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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