White Plains, NY Local Data & Statistics

State: NY

Total population: 60,666 Household income: $110,763 Rent: $2,269

Overview

Total population

60,666

Rent

$2,269

Year built

1961

Household income

$110,763

Per capita income

$69,191

Poverty rate

11.2%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

51.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

New York

Total population

60,666

Adults over 25

45,365

Total households

25,578

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$110,763

Per capita income

$69,191

Poverty rate

11.2%

Unemployment rate

2.8%

Rent over 30% of income

51.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$2,269

Year built

1961

Households that rent

49%

Households that own

51%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

45.7%

Black

13.3%

Asian

8.7%

Two or more races

13%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

32.1%

Not Hispanic or Latino

67.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

77.9%

Commute time to work

27 mins

Work from home

22.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

20.2%

High school graduate or GED

18.7%

Some college or associate degree

7.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

53.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of White Plains, NY with: New York State United States

White Plains, NY

Total population60,666

Rent$2,269

Year built1961

Household income$110,763

Per capita income$69,191

Poverty rate11.2%

Unemployment rate2.8%

New York State

Total population19,852,366

Rent$1,621

Year built1959

Household income$85,974

Per capita income$50,712

Poverty rate14%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityWhite Plains, NY	StateNew York	CountryUnited States
Total population	60,666	19,852,366	334,922,499
Rent	$2,269	$1,621	$1,413
Year built	1961	1959	1980
Household income	$110,763	$85,974	$80,734
Per capita income	$69,191	$50,712	$44,673
Poverty rate	11.2%	14%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	4.3%	4%

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Summary for White Plains, NY

White Plains is located in New York.

Rent & Income

In White Plains, the typical monthly rent is $2,269 and the typical household income is $110,763. Rent here is higher than in both New York and the U.S., and household income is also higher than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 11.2%, which is lower than in both New York and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 49% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 51.3% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is very high, with about 53.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is lower than both New York and the national rate.

White Plains, NY — Rent vs Household Income

White Plains, NY — Poverty vs Unemployment

How White Plains, NY compares in New York State (13 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$2,269	13 / 13	from lower rent	$951 – $2,269
Household income	$110,763	1 / 13	from higher income	$47,213 – $110,763
Poverty rate	11.2%	2 / 13	from lower poverty	10.1% – 28.8%
Unemployment rate	2.8%	1 / 13	from lower unemployment	2.8% – 5.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in New York State with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for White Plains, NY

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, White Plains places 13th among 13 large places in New York. Across the state, rents run from $951 in Utica, NY up to $2,269 in White Plains, NY.

Household income

For household income, White Plains ranks 1st out of 13 large places. Across New York, incomes range from $47,213 in Rochester, NY to $110,763 in White Plains, NY.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put White Plains in 2nd place among 13 significant areas. Across New York, poverty ranges between 10.1% and 28.8%.

Unemployment rate

White Plains places 1st among 13 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.8% to 5.2%.

💰 Rent in White Plains, NY (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $2,269 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in White Plains, NY

Annual Household Income: $110,763

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in White Plains, NY

Estimated Rate: 11.2%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in White Plains, NY

In White Plains, NY, households that rent: 12,534 (49%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	12,534	49%
Owner-Occupied	13,044	51%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in White Plains, NY

In White Plains, NY, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 6,431 (51.3%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	6,431	51.3%
Other renter households	6,103	48.7%
Total renter households	12,534	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in White Plains, NY

Less than High School: 9,142 people (20.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,491 people (18.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,275 people (7.2%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 24,457 people (53.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 45,365

📊 Unemployment Rate in White Plains, NY

Estimated Rate: 2.8%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.