Is Westchester considered upstate NY?

Although the precise boundary is debated, Upstate New York excludes New York City and Long Island, and most definitions of the region exclude all or part of Westchester and Rockland counties. Major cities across Upstate New York from east to west include Albany, Utica, Binghamton, Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo.

Is Westchester north or south?

Westchester, county, southeastern New York state, U.S., lying just north of New York City. It consists of a hilly region bounded to the east by Connecticut, to the southeast by Long Island Sound, and to the west by the Hudson River.

Is White Plains NY upstate?

WHITE PLAINS, NY — As happens so often, people not from the Hudson Valley think that upstate New York starts at the Bronx border. Only one real upstate community made it on the list.

Is White Plains Safe?

The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in White Plains is 1 in 57. Based on FBI crime data, White Plains is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to New York, White Plains has a crime rate that is higher than 87% of the states cities and towns of all sizes.

What is the nicest city in New York?

Top 10 best places to live in New York state, according to Niche:Great Neck Plaza (NYC suburb)Jericho (NYC suburb)Great Neck Gardens (NYC suburb)Brighton (suburb of Rochester)Cayuga Heights (in Finger Lakes region)Syosset (NYC suburb)Manhasset Hills (NYC suburb)Williamsville (suburb of Buffalo)More items •Mar 16, 2021