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Staten Island, NY vs White Plains, NY
Staten Island, NY vs White Plains, NY: What the data shows
Staten Island, NY is in Staten Island, NY while White Plains, NY is in White Plains, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, White Plains, NY is the more affordable option at $367,300 median — $285,800 less than Staten Island, NY's $653,100. WYLT rates Staten Island, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and White Plains, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Staten Island, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. White Plains, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Staten Island, NY has Low flood risk and White Plains, NY has Low flood risk.
White Plains, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Staten Island, NY scores 39/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus White Plains, NY's 58/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Staten Island, NY has the higher school rating — Staten Island, NY rates 7.5/10 and White Plains, NY rates 7.4/10.
| Category | Staten Island, NY | White Plains, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $653K | $367K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $69K | $85K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 39/100 | 58/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 35/100 ✓ Better transit | 32/100 |
| Bike Score | 18/100 | 40/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 33 min ✓ Shorter commute | 46 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.4/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesCommutersRetirees | Commuters to NYCFamilies with school-aged kidsProfessionals seeking suburban lifestyle |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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