952 movers in Corona
Bayshore Moving and Storage
"Everyone at the company is pleasant to talk to - Quoter, office staff, movers. However, not worth the money IMO. I had the minimum amount of stuff to move, they said it barely fit their criteria to move since I had so few items. I moved from Washi..."
Little Justin's Moving
"Little Justin's Moving in Ephrata, PA ruined our furniture by not packing our truck properly for an out of state move and not using all the moving blankets and tie down straps we provided to them. We have thousands of dollars worth of damage to ou..."
Arnoff Moving & Storage
"We contacted the Arnoff company to help move our family 3 weeks in advance. They cancelled due to weather. Instead of rescheduling the next day we had to wait 10 days. We needed to be out of the home we were renting and needed to find another comp..."
Witty Movers and Delivery
"Run…just RUN from these LYING FRAUDS! We literally experienced everything all these reviews of 1 star shared. Negative 5 stars will suffice. However, I did not see mention of all belongings being stored in a rat den that would become smothered in ..."
Schaap Moving Systems
"Never in my very long life have I ever experienced such poor moving skills as Schaap. Several pieces of my furniture were badly damaged, along with many items never making to my new address. Additionally, their office staff is unresponsive to my h..."
The Ideal Move
"My experience with The Ideal Move US DOT#830717, MC#368512, aka Metro Van Lines US DOT#19140, MC#1845 operating on duffy ave, hicksville, ny and in NJ, CT, MA(boston) was so bad, in fact horrible. They stole & damaged my property reboxing what I p..."
Arpin Van Lines
"Do Not under any circumstances use this mover. They deliberately created chaos in my home.Then they went in for the kill when they put my boxes in my apartment. They stole the picture I had personally wrapped myself. I told them it was my pride an..."
Coutu Bros Moving & Storage
"The men you did the actual moving were great! The woman who answers the phone is HORRIBLE. It says Moving and STORAGE. They will NOT give me access to my own things in storage! I have to move the entire crate. The men who moved told me all I had t..."
OVO Moving & Storage
"Rude mover who is 6'8" in height. Spoke rude, did not handle items with care, did not care about furniture. I called to move items in conjunction with a move, but because the office messed up, I paid the price with rudeness from one of the 3 mover..."
Beacon Shipping Logistics
"BEWARE OF BEACON! If I could give them zero stars I would. Car arrived 7 days late. Driver was MIA when dispatcher was trying to him. I was not told that he was picking up cars along the way. And the worst part was my car was damaged and Beacon an..."
What to know when moving to Corona, NY
Corona at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 77.9% of residents are renters and the median household income is $71,798.
- The Major Draw:
- Access to public transit, with 64.2% of residents commuting this way.
- The Reality Check:
- About 18.3% live below the poverty line, which may impact availability of local services.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median gross rent of $1,925, which is reflective of the local market.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Corona is a predominantly rental community with 77.9% of residents renting their homes. The median household income is $71,798, which reflects a moderate economic landscape. Education levels show that only 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, indicating a mix of educational backgrounds. The area also sees a significant portion of commuters relying on public transit, with 64.2% using this option for their daily travel.
Probably not your spot if you are seeking a highly educated community, as only 14.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,925, which is a significant cost to consider for renters.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $751,700, reflecting the high demand for housing in the area.
- The poverty rate stands at 18.3%, which may influence the local economy and available services.
- With 77.9% of residents renting, the housing market is predominantly rental-focused.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
New York state has a higher crime rate compared to the national average, with property crime rates at 1,816.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 17.4% higher than the national rate of 1,546.9. Violent crime stands at 454.9 per 100,000, 39.8% higher than the national average of 325.3. Over the past few years, there has been a slight upward trend in both violent crime (4.7%) and property crime (4.6%) in the state.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100k vs. national rate of 325.3, with a trend increase of 4.7% since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100k vs. national rate of 1,546.9, with a trend increase of 4.6% since 2022.
- Notable trend: The state homicide rate decreased by 34.5% since 2022, standing at 2.7 per 100k.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to education is broad, with 194 total postsecondary institutions in the nearby area. This includes 190 institutions that provide College Scorecard data, reflecting a variety of educational opportunities.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 194
- Nearby institutions include:
- CUNY LaGuardia Community College
- CUNY Queens College
- CUNY York College
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES, U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While specific climate data is unavailable, there are several parks and outdoor spaces nearby for recreation and relaxation.
- Flushing Meadows Corona Park - 4.6 stars from 29,882 reviews
- Hunter's Point South Park - 4.8 stars from 5,428 reviews
- Kissena Park - 4.6 stars from 4,366 reviews
- Museum of the Moving Image - 4.6 stars from 4,244 reviews
Source: Google Places API.
