What people are saying
"Does not have an outlet"
"downtown great"
"Nature is ok but over saturated "
"Lack of sense of community"
Movers & shakers in the rankings
#43 - Down 1 spot in Chicago
#1 - Up 1 spot in San Francisco
#5 - Up 27 spots in Manhattan
Top community reviews
rating details
- Childcare
- Clean & Green
- Cost of Living
- Eating Out
- Gym & Fitness
- Internet Access
- Lack of Traffic
- Medical Facilities
- Neighborly Spirit
- Nightlife
- Parking
- Parks & Recreation
- Peace & Quiet
- Pest Free
- Public Transport
- Resale or Rental Value
- Shopping Options
- Safe & Sound
- Schools
"Born and raised in White Plains, New York"
White Plains is a city like no other in Westchester County. We have suburban and urban neighborhoods. We have a diverse style of housing, as well as a diverse style of people. I always say "White Plains is a community with sophisticated diversity that welcomes everyone." A city with people that make you feel comfortable no matter what race, religion, or sexual prefrence. A short 35 minute express train makes for an easy commute to Manhattan. White Plains is centrally located with easy...
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Pros
- Relatively affordable
- Shopping
- Family friendly
- A ton of nightlife
- Incredibly variety of shops
Cons
- Traffic & parking

