COVID Flight: New Jersey, New York Lead US In Out-Of-State Moves, CT Close Behind, Survey Says
New Jersey and New York are leading the nation in the percentage of household relocations to other states, driven by the “new normal” of the coronavirus pandemic, a recent survey shows.
A whopping 69% of all New Jersey residents who moved from March 1 to Aug. 19 relocated out of state, UniGroup reports. That’s just about 7 of every 10.
New York is close behind at 67%, with Connecticut fourth at 64%.
Residents from New Jersey and New York mostly moved to suburbs and smaller towns in Florida, Texas and other Sunbelt states between March and July, Bloomberg reported.
Vermont, Idaho, Oregon a…
* Trending * Covid-19: Here's What Will Open In Connecticut On May 20
The “new normal” in Connecticut begins next week when the state begins phase 1 of its plan to reopen the economy amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
On Wednesday, May 20, businesses will begin to reopen, highlighted by outdoor restaurants, select recreational hubs, and hair salons, under the guidance of Gov. Ned Lamont, state, and federal health officials.
Earlier story - COVID-19: Connecticut Unveils Guidelines For Reopenings In Four Business Sectors
Retailers, including big box stores and local small businesses, will once again open their doors. Some malls in Fairfield County…
