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White Plains, NY
White Plains · Westchester County · NY 10601
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$367K
Median Price
58/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
46 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
D+Quietness
50/100
D+Commute
55/100
C-Walkability
58/100
WYLT Score59/100
Our Take
White Plains offers a convenient commute to Manhattan and solid schools, but it comes with higher taxes, modest walkability and moderate crime. If you’re a commuter looking for a more suburban feel, it can work, but you’ll need to budget for the cost of living and traffic.
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The Good
- ✓Short commute (46 min) to Midtown Manhattan
- ✓Average school rating of 7.4 and several reputable high schools
- ✓Median home price (~$367k) is lower than many NYC boroughs
- ✓Decent mix of restaurants and a downtown area
Real Talk
- !Property taxes and overall cost of living are high relative to median income
- !Traffic congestion and noise, especially near the downtown and highway access points
- !Limited nightlife and cultural options compared to nearby cities
- !Crime rates are moderate; some neighborhoods have higher violent or property crime
- $Annual property tax can exceed $8,000
- $Parking fees or tolls add to commuting expenses
- $Higher utility costs due to suburban infrastructure
Best For
Commuters to NYCFamilies with school-aged kidsProfessionals seeking suburban lifestyleResidents who value a downtown feel without full Manhattan cost
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
White Plains, NY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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