Aaron T. qa Jan 10, 2025

Hi all, I'm a 55-year-old firefighter and The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $947/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $67,121 in New Haven. It's a a small town city with about 15,339 people. Crime rate is something to consider -New Haven sits at 297.1 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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