4. New Haven, Connecticut, US
New Haven is the most generous city on this list of cities and countries that will pay you to move there. It gives up to $80,000 to new homeowners through various programs. Those who want to buy a house might qualify for receiving 10,000 for down-payment or closing costs which are forgivable if a home buyer stays in the house for five years. People who are preparing home improvements can get up to $30,000 for energy saving upgrades. Finally, the city secures free tuition for in-state college students who have a post-secondary degree from New Haven public schools. Apart from the financial benefits, New Haven has much to offer – it is a vibrant city with a rich cultural scene and the best pizza in America, and it is also a home to Yale University, the city’s biggest employer.