Nearly three-quarters of Puritan settlers who migrated to New England were

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Puritan settlers in New England placed a strong emphasis on family life and values, so it is likely that a large proportion of them were members of families migrating together. Indentured servitude was not as common in New England as it was in some other colonies, and single men seeking economic opportunities were more likely to migrate to other regions with more job opportunities. While church hierarchy was important in Puritan society, it is unlikely that the majority of migrants were high-ranking church officials.

Nearly Three-Quarters of Puritan Settlers Who Migrated to New England