Port Chester 72 Excellent
Port Chester Livability #324 ranked city in New York#5,538 ranked city in the USARanks better than 81% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Port Chester

PROS
  • Commute

    An elevated score in the commute category points to excellent public transit accessibility and shorter-than-average work commute times in this area.

  • Employment

    Higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates are seen in this area. The result is a high score in the employment category.

  • Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

  • Ratings

    Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Cost Of Living

    Living in this region comes with a high cost of living, translating to elevated costs for homes, goods and services, groceries, utilities, health care and transportation.

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What's it like Living in Port Chester?

Port Chester is a medium-sized city located in the state of New York. The city has a population of 29,210 inhabitants. In Port Chester, there are 12,546 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. More than a quarter of the residents of Port Chester identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 58% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Long travel times to work can be one of the most frustrating things in the world - right behind housework! If you decide that living in Port Chester is the right fit for you, your one way commute time will average 26 minutes, which is about average when compared to the national commute time of 26 minutes.

If you’re considering relocating to any new city, it could be a very daunting task. However, it could also be a fulfilling experience if you are willing to get to know the city before actually living in Port Chester, New York. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. To help you find the best places to live in and around Port Chester, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, crime, commute, health & safety and more.

Port Chester has a livability score of 72/100 and is ranked #314 in New York and #4,985 in the USA. If we probe a little deeper into each category within the livability score, we see that Port Chester has higher than average scores for the following: crime (B-) and employment (A+). Port Chester does not fare well for the following: amenities (D) and cost of living (F). It might be a good idea to take a closer look at each category to find out why.

Certain items on your wish list like shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks and proximity to public transportation are all important things to look for. Having said that, perhaps the most important metric to consider when contemplating a move to Port Chester is real estate affordability. Median real estate prices in Port Chester come in at $458,000, which is 60% higher than the New York average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Port Chester, the home price to income ratio is 5.6, which is 19.1% higher than the New York average.

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      Port Chester transportation information

      Statistic Port Chester New York National
      Average one way commute26min33min26min
      Workers who drive to work54.5%53.0%76.4%
      Workers who carpool10.3%6.7%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit16.6%28.0%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.3%0.7%0.6%
      Workers who walk8.2%6.3%2.8%
      Working from home6.0%4.0%4.6%
      Source: The Port Chester, NY data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).