Firstly why New-London, Connecticut?

I’ll start with some quick stats and an overview:

• City: New-London
• State: Connecticut
• Population: 18,929 people
• New-London’s quick summary would be New London folks hear ferry horns to Block Island daily and know the Coast Guard Academy is just up the river.

Some people I know rave about this place, others say it’s on the upswing or going through changes. Check out these migration details:

• How many people move-in: 2,000 annually
• While this many move-out: 3,000 annually
• Net Migration: -1000 less people annual change
• Non-Citizen Move-in: 200
• Number of Homeless people: 300

You might wonder why people choose to move here, I’d say generally because it features a rich maritime history and proximity to the coast appealing to families

Perk #1: New-London Demographic Mix & Lifestyle

• The percentage of Residents Age 30–50 is about 32%
• Percentage of Home Ownership is hovering around 54%
• Largest Local Ethnic Group is Black
• The 2nd Largest Ethnic Group is mostly Black
• The median income is (and growing)  $54,500
• Income Required to Live Comfortably in New-London is $57,000
• Average Extra Spending Money after paying bills yearly is approx. $2500 in positive cash flow

This and any cities local population can be a real melting pot—or sometimes it’s more homogeneous, depending on the area. Ask yourself: would you enjoy a bustling community with diverse backgrounds, or do you prefer a quieter, tight-knit vibe?

Perk #2: Housing & New-London’s Cost of Living

• Cost of Living Index: 120 (100 is the US average)
• Annual Property Tax Per House: $5,122
• Property Tax %: 2.04%
• Rent for an average 2BD Apartment: $1,150
• Rent for an average house: $1,700
• Popular and Expensive Neighborhood: New London
• Top 5 Growing Areas: New-London, Groton, Waterford, Montville, and probably could include East-Lyme
• Avg. Age of Homes in New-London: 62 years
• The Percentage of Realtors per 100 people here: 0.5%

If the cost-of-living index is low, you might find a place without selling your kidney. If it’s high, well, you’ll need to budget carefully. Some income earners thrive in pricey markets, others prefer less financially stressful areas.

Perk #3: Job Market & New-London’s Economy

• 3 Industries gaining traction in New-London are  Education, Healthcare, and Tourism
• New-London Job Scene: limited job market primarily in tourism and healthcare
• The General Tech Scene: limited tech presence mainly focused on regional services and tourism , ,
• New-London Resident’s pay $600 in City Tax alone!
• Local Sales Tax in New-London: 6.35%
• No. of Independent Businesses: 50 (excluding chains and corporates)
• Number of Local Branch Banks: 2

Maybe you’re a go-getter in finance, tech, or healthcare. Or you’d rather open a mom-and-pop shop. Either way, it’s worth checking if the local industries align with your skill set—or if you’re game to try something new.

Perk #4: Transportation & Commuting in New-London

• Monthly Transportation Costs: $150 on average per person
• Freeway Access: I-95 runs through New London providing coastal access
• Commute Time: 22 minutes (public & private)
• Main Evening Traffic Area: evening congestion near the ferry terminal
• Transportation Score: 48 out of 100 described as Some Transit
• No. of Vehicles Registered in New-London: 20,000
• Cars registered per Person: 1.1
• No. of Car Washes: 3 in and around the city
• DMV Website for New-London: portal.ct.gov/DMV
• The Bike-Friendly Score: 68 of 100
• Local Airport: Groton-New London

Is a 15-minute commute your dream, or is 45 minutes stuck on the freeway a dealbreaker? If you can handle traffic or love public transit, this might be perfect. If not, brace yourself with a killer podcast lineup.

Perk #5: New-London’s Weather & Natural Factors

• The Most Common Natural Disaster is Nor’easters
• General Weather in New-London is best described as experiences cold winters with snow and mild summers with temperatures in the 70s
• Winter Weather in New-London i’d describe as cold with occasional snow
• Spring Weather in New-London can be described as cool with rain
• Summer’s in New-London are mostly warm and humid
• Fall ( the nicest time) in New-London is usually cool with occasional rain
• How many days in a row over 90°F: 5 days in summer
• Days in a row in New-London below Freezing: 15
• Average Annual Rainfall: 50 inches
• Summer Air Quality is usually good air quality maintained by coastal breezes
• New-London Winter Air generally good air quality with some seasonal influxes

Do you live for sunny skies? Or maybe you can’t stand humidity. Some relish snowy winters; others run south at the first snowflake. And if hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes are part of the package, put all that into your consideration matrix.

Perk #6: New-London Education & Schools

• The GreatSchools.org City Rating:
• Number of Colleges and Universities in New-London 1
• While the number of trade schools inside New-Londons’s city limits are 1
• Library that I have visited and enjoyed is the New London Public Library

If you’ve got kids—or you’re looking to further your own education—solid school ratings and local colleges can be a huge perk. If not, hey, a good library have more gems that you didn’t know existed, check it out.

Perk #7: Healthcare & New-London Stats

• Typical EMS Response Time: 10 minutes
• Registered Full-Time New-London only Doctors is about 25
• Local Hospitals here is  1
• Full-time New-London only Police Officers is about 120
• Crime Rate Index: 40/100

Medical facilities could be important to you and who knows it could be related to the crime stats. Again some stats that are worth considering.

Perk #8: Utilities, Gyms & Water Quality

• New-London’s Monthly utility bill average is $150
• New-London’s Monthly Gym Membership: $50
• New-London’s Water Quality Score: 69

Some of us freak out if water tastes off, others don’t mind. Gym buffs will appreciate a cheap membership; others prefer running outside for free. Check if these monthly costs fit inside your realistic lifestyle.

Perk #9: Events, Festivals & Vibe in New-London

• Approx number of Festivals the city puts on is 4 annually
• The General Local City Vibe: coastal city known for its maritime history and arts
• You might enjoy live music at the Garde Arts Center
• Nightlife Scene (yes this is completely subjective), New-London  has a charming nightlife with local bars and restaurants offering vibrant entertainment options

If you love a lively social calendar—fairs, concerts, maybe the odd chili cook-off—this is your jam. If crowds make you itch, you might only show up for the funnel cakes.

Perk #10: The Food, Sports & Culture of New-London

• The Objective Restaurant Scene Includes waterfront dining and a mix of casual eateries
• The Number of Independent Restaurants are 15 scattered around New-London
• The Popular Sports Team is New London Whalers
• Top Level Political Climate in New-London can be described as politically mixed area with a focus on maritime and cultural issues
• New-London’s Longer standing religious establishment is First Baptist Church of New London

Whether you’re a foodie wanting fancy cuisine or a sports nut who can’t miss the local team’s home game, see if your interests line up with what the city offers.

Perk #11: New-London Parks & Green Spaces

• Did you know New-London has 15 Parks?
• Waterfront Park is New-London’s Green Space Center
• The local favorite Farmers Market is New London Farmers Market normally open Saturday 10am-1pm
• Outdoor Activities that both weekend warriors are pro’s can enjoy are Beach activities, hiking, and boating

Love fresh air? A city investing in parks and markets can be a sanity-saver. If you prefer the indoors, maybe it’s less of a draw—but I still say fresh produce is never a bad thing.

Perk #12: New-London Neighborhoods Pace & Proximity

• The Pace of Life in New-London can be described as moderately paced coastal town with a rich maritime history
• 3 Family-Friendly Activities anyone can enjoy in New-London visiting battleship museum going to the beach attending local festivals
• The Cities people commute to from New-London are New-Britain 29 miles away Hartford 37 miles away Groton 7 miles away

Neighborhood pace can range from laid-back suburbs to frantic downtown vibes. If you need a quick getaway, big neighboring cities can scratch that itch for a weekend change of scene.

8 Drawbacks about New-London or are they?

No place is perfect. I rate these as important based on your location and type of work you do. They might not be negatives or positives for everyone.

1. Traffic/Commute Issues
   Maybe you read: evening congestion near the ferry terminal. If you hate gridlock, look at alternative routes or brace yourself with podcasts.
2. Natural Disaster or Extreme Weather
   New-London’s Nor’easters risk could be minimal or major. Dig more on that is your eyebrow just went up.
3. Pricey Neighborhoods
   If New London is out of your price point, you might consider these places nearby New-London are New-Britain 29 miles away Hartford 37 miles away Groton 7 miles away.
4. Crime Rate Concerns
   With a 40 of 100, some neighborhoods might feel safer than others. Everyone has a different tolerance for this.
5. Harsh Climate Contrasts
   New-London has 15 days in a row below freezing and 5 days above 90 degrees. This might be your heaven or your nightmare. Some people can’t stand snow, while others pray for it.
6. Limited Extra Funds
   After general costs of living here in New-London people have an average (positive or negative) $2500 in positive cash flow left over in income to spend or pay off. Economics will make or break you here.
7. Homelessness or Social Challenges
   300 homeless people living in New-London. It can be tough for the community—no easy solutions.
8. Cultural/Political Mismatch
   The general politically mixed area with a focus on maritime and cultural issues could change but probably not quickly. We all go thru cycles in our lifestyle and outlook. Think about this and your future outlook before a move to New-London.

Retiree & Senior Life in New-London

• Retiree Tax Benefits say seniors can can benefit from tax exemptions related to property taxes
• The most established Senior Citizen Community is Fairview
• New London Senior Center provides health and wellness resources recreational activities and social events

If you’re in (or nearing) retirement, see if the city provides property tax breaks or comfy 55+ communities. Some places cater heavily to seniors, others less so.

Moving to New-London, Connecticut?

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A quick quote or phone call might be all you need to turn your daydream into reality. If you see me around New-London, Connecticut, say hi—I’m the guy who once moved with nothing but a backpack and a guitar. Good luck on your new adventure!