Moving from Indianapolis, IN, to New York, NY

A tale of two cities nearly 1,800 miles apart

Indianapolis is Indiana's capital and largest city, with around 880,000 residents and 2.1 million in the metro. While it’s not a small town, leaving Indy for New York City will mean adjusting to a significantly larger city. 

NYC, or “The Big Apple,” has over 8.8 million residents and 20.1 million in the metro, making it not only the largest city in New York but the largest in the country. Keep reading to learn more about your exciting new home base.

How’s the weather in New York City?

New York City and Indianapolis both experience all four seasons, and their weather patterns are similar. However, due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, New York might have more foggy days.

NYC’s average temperatures typically stay between 26 and 84 degrees, while average temperatures in Indianapolis vary between 20 and 84 degrees.

Annual precipitation averages 47 inches of rain and 25 inches of snow in NYC, compared to 42 inches of rain and 22 inches of snow in Indy.

Enjoy the benefits of the largest metropolitan area in the U.S. 
New York City truly earns one of its nicknames, “The City That Never Sleeps.” There’s always something to do or see in NYC.

Check out these attractions:

  • 9/11 Memorial & Museum 
  • Bronx Zoo 
  • Brooklyn Bridge 
  • Central Park 
  • Empire State Building 
  • Statue of Liberty 
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art 
  • Times Square

Life in NYC can be expensive

Unsurprisingly, the cost of living in New York City is higher than in Indianapolis, but fortunately, there are also many career opportunities.  

Many residents find employment in finance or publishing. There are also opportunities in education and healthcare. Other people find work in the arts or the retail and service industries.

Relocate to New York City with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers ready to help with your long-distance moving experience. We’re a DIY service where you handle packing, loading, and unloading, and then we take care of the driving. We’re ready to help with your move through our locations near Indianapolis and NYC. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.