Similarities Between Connecticut and New York

Connecticut and New York share many traits:

• Both in northeastern US.
• Long European settlement history (1600s).
• Beautiful scenery: rolling hills, forests, lakes, rivers.
• Large metro areas: NYC and Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk.
• Diverse populations with global origins.
• High standard of living: high incomes, education levels.
• Strong economies focused on finance, insurance, real estate.
• Vibrant arts/culture scenes: museums, theaters.
• Strong sports culture: pro and college teams.