662 movers in Prospect
TDY Moving & Storage
"TDY did a great job on a complicated recent move hundreds of miles away from Brooklyn. It was a complicated job – – a lot of items, valuable items, heavy items, and a packed apartment. Adam came out, gave me good tips on what to focus on, and give..."
Xtreme Movers
"From Brooklyn, NY to Phoenix, AZ If only I could give Negative 5 Stars. My move was from NY to Phoenix, AZ. They quoted me $3,600 as the move cost. They extorted me to pay $11,000. I have retained legal counsel and representation against thes..."
Vanity Van Lines
"Josh was who i talked to. Quoted me $2900, which i had mention for 800 cu ft and he agreed. 2 day before the move, QA called to confirm what i have which he quoted $6701 for 941 cu ft because josh didn’t put me as 800 cu ft, but 567 which later i ..."
Cannon Moving Company
"One of the best movers in the Capital district, always quick and reliable. Brian and his crew are always on time."
Clark Moving and Storage
"Kevin and his helpers were professional, kind and respectful of my new home. They arrived when they said they would be there so I wasn’t left waiting . Another local carrier delivered the furniture and left it in boxes all over my home even though..."
Ready Relocation Experts
"Unscrupulous business practices! Fraudulent, deceptive, horrible/no customer service! Price quote increased by 3 times. Be aware of cubic feet and not number of rooms. Less than 40 boxes, a mattress and dresser moved and they scammed me out of $40..."
Sheridan Brothers Moving
"Ricky and John were excellent in their handling of our things! They came to look at what was to be moved, established a plan and quickly but carefully moved everything out to the truck using the appropriate equipment. At the new place, they put ev..."
Five College Movers
"The most unprofessional experience of my life. I completed a virtual estimate and was told $2800 total for two daysi. I understood this was an estimate and not the final amount. I understood the total could be a bit more. well- it came to $6100. t..."
All Points Movers, LLC
"I worked with All Points Movers after starting my first job out of school, for a move 20 mins down the road. Although I was so, so ready to love the experience and service, I unfortunately am not writing that 5 star review I had hoped for, but con..."
What to know when moving to Prospect, NY
Prospect at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A small community with a median household income of $46,413 and a renter percentage of just 9.8%.
- The Major Draw:
- Low poverty rate at 0.0% means residents enjoy financial stability.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, which may limit access to higher education.
- Commute:
- 0% of residents use public transit, indicating a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median home value of $104,400 if you're looking to buy.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median home value is $104,400, making home ownership relatively affordable.
- The median household income is $46,413, suggesting a modest cost of living.
- With only 9.8% of residents renting, it's a predominantly owner-occupied community.
- Zero percent of commuters use public transit, highlighting a reliance on personal vehicles.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In New York, property crime rates are at 1,816.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 17.4% higher than the national average. Violent crime is at 454.9 per 100,000, 39.8% above the national rate.
- Violent crime: 454.9 per 100k in NY vs. 325.3 nationally, a trend increase of 4.7% since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,816.5 per 100k in NY vs. 1,546.9 nationally, with a trend increase of 4.6% since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate has decreased by 34.5% since 2022, currently at 2.7 per 100k.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for New York).
Weather & Getting Outside
While climate data is unavailable, there are several nearby parks and outdoor spots to explore.
- Pixley Falls State Park - 4.7 stars (656 reviews)
- Oriskany Battlefield State Historic Site - 4.7 stars (177 reviews)
- Wilderness Park - 4.7 stars (163 reviews)
- Trails End Campground and Mobile Home Park - 4.4 stars (124 reviews)
- Maximum Power Park - 4.7 stars (92 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).
