Considerations when moving from Albany to Yonkers

Cost of living: Albany vs. Yonkers

Albany Yonkers
Average rent cost $1,450 $2,700
Average home value $281,584 $642,168
Average income (per capita) $66,546 $77,209
Cost of living (single person) $1,801 $3,050
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,205 $6,619
Unemployment rate 7.1% 7.6%
source: Zumper, Zillow, Numbeo
  • Rent prices in Yonkers are 86% higher than in Albany.
  • Home prices in Yonkers are 128.1% higher than in Albany.
  • Income in Yonkers is 16.0% higher than in Albany.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Yonkers is 69.4% higher than in Albany.
  • The cost of living for a family in Yonkers is 57.4% higher than in Albany.
  • The unemployment rate in Yonkers is 7.04% higher than in Albany.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,080.51 in Yonkers to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Albany.

How life is different in Albany vs. Yonkers

Yonkers Albany
Population 211,569 99,224
Political leaning Democratic 56-43 Democratic 65-33
Summer high 83ºF 83ºF
Winter low 21ºF 15ºF
Annual rain 50" 40"
Annual snow 28" 52"
Crime index 28.34 10.0
Albany sources: US Census Bureau, 270TOWIN, BestPlaces
Yonkers sources: Wikipedia, AllTransit, Walk Score, NeighborhoodScout, AirNow
  • The population of Yonkers is approximately 113% greater than the population of Albany.
  • In the last presidential election, Yonkers voted Democratic and Albany voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Yonkers is 83ºF and in Albany, it’s 83ºF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Yonkers reaches the temperature of 21ºF and Albany gets down to 15ºF.
  • You can expect about 50 inches of annual rainfall in Yonkers vs 40 inches of rainfall in Albany.
  • In Yonkers, it snows about 28 inches annually vs 52 inches of snow in Albany.
  • Yonkers has a higher crime rate than Albany with a crime index of 28.34 vs 10.0.

Things to do in Yonkers

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

Museums in Yonkerstoggle

  • Hudson River Museum
  • Philipse Manor Hall
  • Science Barge

Parks in Yonkerstoggle

  • Untermyer Gardens
  • Tibbetts Brook Park
  • Van der Donck Park
  • Beverly E Smith Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden

Sports Teams in Yonkerstoggle

Universities in Yonkerstoggle

  • Yonkers Military Institute
  • St. Joseph's Seminary and College
  • Saint Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary
  • Sarah Lawrence College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Albany to Yonkers?toggle

To ship furniture from Albany to Yonkers with a mover will cost between $653 and $2,583. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,241–$3,573, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Albany to Yonkers will cost from $1,793–$4,591.

How much are moving container companies from Albany to Yonkers?toggle

Moving containers from Albany to Yonkers will cost you $599 to $1,406 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,049 to $2,125. A larger home will cost $1,435 to $2,414.

How much is a moving truck from Albany to Yonkers?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 $192 to $292. A larger move will cost $190 to $351, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Albany to Yonkers costs from $247 to $425.

How far in advance should I book Albany-to-Yonkers movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Albany to Yonkers at least two months in advance. If you’re moving during the busy summer months, it’s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Albany-to-Yonkers movers, the better the chance you’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 Yonkers?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Yonkers is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industry’s peak season (May–September), which means demand — and therefore pricing — 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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