Port Chester, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
31,162 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,916 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$563,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,792 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 27
Feb 3 8 30
Mar 4 5 38
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 4%

Schools

Thomas a Edison School
<1 miles, E 2.3 star
John F Kennedy Magnet School
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star
Park Avenue School
<1 miles, N 1.4 star

Colleges

Manhattanville College
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
SUNY at Purchase College
4 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Greenwich Hospital Association -
3 miles, NE 4.1 star
White Plains Hospital Center
6 miles, NW 3.2 star
Stamford Hospital
7 miles, E 3.2 star
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
9 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
5 miles, N 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
19 miles, SW 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
26 miles, SW 4.1 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
33 miles, SE 1.4 star