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What to know before moving from Hartford to Phoenix

Moving from Hartford to Phoenix comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Phoenix is generally more expensive than Hartford, 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 Phoenix are 27% higher than in Hartford, 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 Hartford.
  Home prices in Phoenix are 149.8% higher than in Hartford.
• Income in Phoenix is 9.2% lower than in Hartford, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Phoenix include the State of Arizona, Walmart, Inc., and Banner Health.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Phoenix, since the cost of living for a single person in Phoenix is 13.6% higher than in Hartford. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Phoenix and Hartford.
• The unemployment rate in Phoenix is 52.86% lower than in Hartford.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in Phoenix, since the city’s sales taxes in Phoenix are 35.43% higher than in Hartford.
• One perk of moving to Phoenix is paying less in state income taxes, which are 16.67% lower than in Hartford.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,408.63 in Phoenix to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Hartford.

How life is different in Hartford vs. Phoenix

• The population of Phoenix is about 1,228% greater than Hartford, 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.
• Getting around Phoenix without a car might be more difficult than in Hartford. Phoenix has a public transportation score of 6 out of 10, whereas Hartford is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Phoenix neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Hartford. Based on its score of 41 out of 100, Phoenix isn’t as walkable as Hartford, which has a score of 67 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Phoenix and Hartford are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 56 and 54 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Phoenix has a lower crime rate than Hartford based on scores of 53.06 and Hartford's 63.75, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Phoenix than in Hartford, based on Phoenix’s safety index of 46.94 versus 36.25 for Hartford. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Phoenix and Hartford is generally the same (Moderate). 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 Hartford vs. Phoenix move

• Weather: The climate is unlikely to affect your move but summers in Phoenix are unsurprisingly very hot with daily averages over 100° F. You should take this into consideration because moving often requires spending many hours outdoors. You should also be sure that air conditioning is set up in your new home before move day, especially if you're moving in the summer.
• 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: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Arizona 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 Phoenix. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider 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 Phoenix

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Arizona's Urban Heart", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Phoenix.

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