($1,412) Movers From Hartford, CT to North Las Vegas, NV

What to know before moving from Hartford to North Las Vegas

Moving from Hartford to North Las Vegas comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since North Las Vegas 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 North Las Vegas are 43% 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 North Las Vegas are 134.7% higher than in Hartford.
• Income in North Las Vegas is 5.6% lower than in Hartford, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in North Las Vegas include National Security Technologies, North Vista Hospital, and Aliante Gaming.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in North Las Vegas, since the cost of living for a single person in North Las Vegas is 4.8% higher than in Hartford. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• The cost of living for a family in North Las Vegas is 4.2% lower than in Hartford.
• The unemployment rate in North Las Vegas is 28.57% lower than in Hartford.
• You’ll spend more on retail and restaurants in North Las Vegas, since the city’s sales taxes in North Las Vegas are 31.97% higher than in Hartford.
• One perk of moving to North Las Vegas is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Hartford.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,143.88 in North Las Vegas to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Hartford.

How life is different in Hartford vs. North Las Vegas

• The population of North Las Vegas is about 117% 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 North Las Vegas without a car might be more difficult than in Hartford. North Las Vegas has a public transportation score of 4 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.
• North Las Vegas neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Hartford. Based on its score of 34 out of 100, North Las Vegas 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.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in North Las Vegas, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Hartford. While Hartford has a bike-friendliness score of 54 out of 100, North Las Vegas earned a 48. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• North Las Vegas has a lower crime rate than Hartford based on scores of 26.0 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 North Las Vegas than in Hartford, based on North Las Vegas’s safety index of 54.9 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 North Las Vegas 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. North Las Vegas move

• Weather: April, October and March are the most pleasant months to move in North Las Vegas, however, July and August tend to get so hot so you might consider moving during these months.
• 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: Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Nevada moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nevada 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 North Las Vegas. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, the cost-free choice provided by movers, albeit with minimal coverage. Movers take responsibility for a maximum of 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover misplaced or damaged a valuable item like a 30-pound sculpture, you would only receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, explore alternative options with your selected moving company or consider consulting a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in North Las Vegas

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Old Town", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in North Las Vegas.

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