Richmond County

Richmond County, NY, also known as Staten Island, has a population of approximately 495,747 people as of 2021. The racial/ethnic composition includes 64.0% White, 11.4% African American, 10.0% Asian, and 18.8% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is about $82,783, with a poverty rate of around 10.5%. The age distribution shows 21.9% under 18, 61.7% aged 18-64, and 16.4% aged 65 and over. The island spans an area of 57.5 square miles.

As of 2023, Richmond County, NY (Staten Island) has a median home value of approximately $620,000, with average monthly rent around $1,450 for a one-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is about 69.1%. Housing inventory comprises mostly single-family homes, townhouses, and condos. The average property tax rate is roughly 0.87%. Sales prices and rent have risen slightly in recent years, reflecting a stable housing market.

For the 2023 elections in Richmond County, NY (Staten Island), the races to watch include City Council seats, Borough President, and District Attorney. Here's a brief overview:

1. Borough President:

   • Candidates: Vito Fossella (Republican, incumbent), Mark Murphy (Democrat).

2. District Attorney:

   • Candidates: Michael McMahon (Democratic, incumbent), Joe Tirado (Republican).

3. City Council:

   • District 49: Kamillah Hanks (Democrat, incumbent) vs. Patrick Donoghue (Republican).
   • District 50: David Carr (Republican, incumbent) running unopposed.
   • District 51: Joseph Borelli (Republican, incumbent) vs. Peter Gaeta (Democrat).

Polling and results data are generally updated on the NYC Board of Elections website. Voter turnout in the last general election in Richmond County was around 55%. The Republican Party has a strong presence in local offices, contrasting the Democratic majority in city-wide positions.

Richmond County, NY, also known as Staten Island, boasts a relatively high educational attainment. As of recent data, around 33.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This compares favorably to the national average of approximately 33.1% and is close to New York State's average of 35.9%.

In addition, 88.5% of Richmond County residents have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly above the national average of 88.0%. The county also has a high school dropout rate of about 7.5%, lower than the national average of around 9.6%.

These statistics suggest that Richmond County is fairly well-educated, particularly when compared to both national and state figures.

As of recent data, Richmond County (Staten Island), NY, has an employment rate of approximately 64%. The top industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (18.5%), Retail Trade (12.6%), and Educational Services (10.3%). Smaller sectors of significance include Construction, Transportation & Warehousing, and Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services.

Comparatively, the national averages show Health Care & Social Assistance at 14.5%, Retail Trade at 11%, and Educational Services at 9.5%. New York State averages in these sectors also show similar trends, although Health Care & Social Assistance is slightly higher at around 15.6%. Staten Island's reliance on Health Care & Social Assistance is notably higher than the national and state averages, reflecting its strong local focus on these sectors. Unemployment in Richmond County hovers around 6%, which is slightly higher than the national average of about 5.2%.

These figures indicate that while Staten Island's employment landscape shares similarities with broader trends, certain industries play an unusually significant role locally.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Richmond County, NY (Staten Island) is approximately $89,000 annually. When compared to the national and state averages, Richmond County's income is notably higher. The national average household income stands at around $68,700, while the New York state average is approximately $85,400.

Income Comparison Table

Richmond County's higher average income can be attributed to its proximity to New York City, where the cost of living and wages are typically higher than the national average.

As of the latest data, Richmond County, NY (Staten Island) has a relatively lower crime rate compared to other New York City boroughs. In 2022, the total number of reported crimes was approximately 5,200. The crime rates per 100,000 inhabitants for various crime types are as follows:

These figures help illustrate the crime landscape in Richmond County, showing lower rates particularly in violent crime when compared to broader metropolitan averages.