White Plains, NY

White Plains, New York

Introduction to White Plains, New York

White Plains is located in Westchester County. The city is situated approximately four miles from the Hudson River and less than three miles from Long Island Sound. Manhattan is approximately 25 miles from White Plains. The number of people in White Plains significantly increases on a typical day due to the influx of workers, shoppers and visitors to the city. White Plains is recognized as the prominent business area in Westchester County. The city features a thriving shopping area which includes the upscale Westchester Mall and the popular Galleria and White Plains Mall. Numerous high technology companies and large corporations are located in the downtown area.

History

During the 17th century the area was utilized for farming by the Weckquaeskeck tribe. The traders in the area called it White Plains. The name was possibly given due to the numerous groves of white balsam in the region. It has also been suggested that the name was given due to the heavy mist that floated over the swamplands situated close to the Bronx River. The area was settled by Puritans from Connecticut in 1683. The town of White Plains was established in 1788. The Battle of White Plains between the Continentals and the British occurred on Chatterton Hill in 1776. The Continentals retreated from the battle, but after several more clashes with the Continentals, the British abandoned the area.

Historic Sites

The Jacob Purdy House was built before 1730 and served as the headquarters of General George Washington in 1778. The house was restored and transported to its new location in 1973. The house serves as the headquarters for the White Plains Historical Society. The White Plains Armory and the Percy Grainger Home are other historic sites of interest in White Plains.

Transportation

The city of White Plains is served by the Westchester County Airport. Commuter transportation to New York is also offered at two Metro-North Railroad stations. Passengers can utilize the Metro North Station and arrive in the center of Manhattan in about thirty-five minutes. Interstate Highway 287 runs through the city.

Higher Education

Pace University is located in White Plains. The Pace University School of Law is well known for its environmental law program. Pace University also features the Lubin School of Business which is well known for its MBA program. Other colleges in the area include Mercy College and the College of Westchester.

High Points

White Plains strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 3%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 18%
Median Family Income (vs. Peers)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of White Plains, NY

Comparing White Plains to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

White Plains Almanac

White Plains Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

White Plains Public Libraries

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White Plains Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by White Plains residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, White Plains, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

White Plains Hospitals

WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
41 EAST POST R0AD
(914) 681-0600
Emergency Service: Yes

WINIFRED MASTERSON BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
785 MAMARONECK AVENUE
(914) 597-2232
Emergency Service: No

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White Plains High Schools (2004)

WHITE PLAINS SHS
550 NORTH ST
914-422-2182
Serves 2,025 students.

White Plains Colleges

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Berkeley College

Sanford-Brown Institute

The College of Westchester

(List of All New York Colleges)

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