($1,784) Movers From San Francisco, CA to Hartford, CT

What to know before moving from San Francisco to Hartford

• Rent prices in Hartford are 59% lower than in San Francisco.
• Home prices in Hartford are 86.7% lower than in San Francisco.
• Income in Hartford is 48.0% lower than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a single person in Hartford is 44.9% lower than in San Francisco.
• The cost of living for a family in Hartford is 40.5% lower than in San Francisco.
• The unemployment rate in Hartford is 159.26% higher than in San Francisco.
• Sales taxes in Hartford are 26.42% lower than in San Francisco.
• State income taxes in Hartford are 77.44% lower than in San Francisco.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,654.32 in Hartford to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in San Francisco.

How life is different in San Francisco vs. Hartford

• Hartford's population is about 85% less than San Francisco.
• Hartford's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus San Francisco's lower score of 10.
• Hartford is less walkable than San Francisco with a score of 67 out of 100 vs San Francisco's 99 out of 100.
• Hartford has a bike-friendliness score 54 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as San Francisco, which has a score of 99 out of 100.
• Hartford's crime rate is higher than San Francisco with a score of 63.75 compared to San Francisco's 61.41. This means that Hartford neighborhoods are safer than 63.75% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and San Francisco neighborhoods are safer than 61.41%.
• Hartford is considered to be less safe than San Francisco with a score of 36.25 vs San Francisco's 38.59.
• Air quality in Hartford is moderate, and in San Francisco it's moderate.

Other things to consider for your San Francisco vs. Hartford move

• Weather: June, August and September are the best months if you're considering to move to Hartford. Seasonally, the period from May through October is warm to hot in Hartford. Winters are cold, with periods of snow, while summers are warm to hot and humid. Spring and fall are normally transition seasons, with weather ranging from mild to cool.
• 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: 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. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Connecticut moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Connecticut 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 Hartford. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Hartford

Now that you've decided to make the move to "New England's Rising Star", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Hartford.

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