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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Aubrey

What to expect moving to New Britain?

First post here. Just moved here 4 months ago and Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Any advice would be great.

2 replies 22 upvotes moving
Ryan Cook

Best neighborhoods in New Britain

Born and raised here. It's a a smaller city city with about 73,301 people. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It'...

2 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Aubrey Perez

First time home buyer in New Britain

So, Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good ser...

3 replies 12 upvotes housing
Scarlett Cook

Internet providers in New Britain?

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $57,036 in New Britain. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years...

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Ian G.

The good and bad of living in New Britain

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -New Britain sits at 422.9 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? It's a very c...

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Madelyn Bailey

Moving from Boston to New Britain next month

First post here. I work in marketing and Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.

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Vivian Jones

What's it really like living in New Britain?

First post here. The median home value here is around $207,300, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What ...

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Josiah Brooks

Is New Britain good for remote workers?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Tucson and Crime rate is something to consider -New Britain sits at 422.9 per 100K. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 73,301 people. The unemployment rate i...

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Aubrey

Just moved to New Britain, any tips?

Hello, Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but ...

3 replies 13 upvotes moving
Ruth R.

Day-to-day life in New Britain, CT

First post here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Should I be concerned? Cheers. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Martha C.

Pros and cons of New Britain after 2 years

I'm a 40-year-old writer and Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhoo...

13 replies 18 upvotes living
Eli T.

Couple moving to New Britain from out of state

Hello, Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 73,301 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Is this normal for New Britain? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing ...

20 replies 16 upvotes moving
Waylon Reyes

Commute times in New Britain -how bad?

Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Alice Gonzalez

How is New Britain for outdoor activities?

Hey folks, Poverty rate is 14.8%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -New Britain sits at 422.9 per 100K. Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes...

3 replies 8 upvotes qa
Ezra Taylor

Best companies to work for in New Britain?

Hey, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 73,301 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks for reading. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public tran...

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Amy P.

Best industries in New Britain right now

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $57,036 in New Britain. You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. With a population of 73,301, New Britain is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food s...

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Madelyn Bailey

Commute times in New Britain -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $57,036 in New Britain. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, ...

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Madelyn Chavez

Best restaurants in New Britain?

Random thought, Military spouse here. Median household income is $57,036, which feels about average for the area.

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Ruth R.

Cost of living reality check -New Britain

We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $207,300 on average. Household incomes average around $57,036 in New Britain. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? Appreciat...

3 replies 18 upvotes housing
Samuel Bailey

Is New Britain worth it salary-wise?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. What would you do?

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Andrew

Co-working spaces in New Britain?

The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Audrey Richardson

Healthcare options in New Britain?

Random thought, It's a a smaller city city with about 73,301 people. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Jackson K.

Best neighborhoods to rent in New Britain?

You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $207,300, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 73,301, New Britain is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I ...

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Delilah Thompson

Best coffee shops in New Britain?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuin...

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Eli T.

Day-to-day life in New Britain, CT

Hey everyone, We have two kids and The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

29 replies 25 upvotes living
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