Staten Island, New York
Staten Island: The fifth most populous borough of New York City.
About
Staten Island is a city located in the county of Richmond in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 468,730 and a population density of 1,769 people per km². After 5 years in 2015 city had an estimated population of 474,558 inhabitants.
The city was created 343 years ago in 1682.
Staten Island is one of the five boroughs of New York City, located in the southwest area. It is geographically separated from the rest of the city by the New York Bay. Here are some key details about Staten Island:
History
Staten Island was originally inhabited by the Lenape tribe before becoming part of New York in 1898. It is the most suburban borough with older housing developments.
Geography
Staten Island is primarily hilly with greenbelts. Key bodies of water surrounding it are the Arthur Kill, Raritan Bay, and New York Bay. The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge connects it to Brooklyn.
Economy
Major employment sectors include education, healthcare, retail, construction, and transportation. The Staten Island Ferry provides commuter access to Manhattan.
Culture & Recreation
The borough is home to popular attractions like the Staten Island Zoo, Staten Island Yankees minor league team, and Snug Harbor Cultural Center. Its beaches along the shore are popular summer destinations.
Population
Staten Island has just under 500,000 residents. It is over 75% white and has large Italian, Irish, and Polish American communities historically.
In summary, Staten Island offers a more suburban lifestyle in contrast to other densely populated boroughs of New York City, with green space, neighborhoods, and easy transit access to Manhattan.
Quick Facts about Staten Island
| Population | 474,558 (2015) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Richmond County |
| Postal code | 10301–10314 |
| Phone Area Codes | 917, 929, 718, 347 |
| Area | 265 km2 |
| Official name | Staten Island |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5623,-74.1399 |
| Named for | States General |
| Establishment | January 01, 1683 (343 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone, UTC−05:00, UTC−04:00 |
| Local time | 13:54:43 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,791 Pop. per km² as of 2015 |
| Population growth | 1.23% (2010-2015) |
Geography
Staten Island is located at 40°33'44"N 74°8'23"W (40.5623300, -74.1398600). It has 6 neighbors: Manhattan, Carteret, Elizabeth, Linden, Perth Amboy and Brooklyn.
Staten Island map
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Official website of Staten Island
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Staten Island increased by 1.23% in 5 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 468,730 | - | census |
| 2011 | 471,026 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 470,811 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 472,621 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 474,558 | 0.41% | demographic balance |
Best Things to Do in Staten Island
1Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden
1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301, United States View details
Phone: +17184253504 | Website available
2Clove Lakes Park
1150 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10301, United States View details
Phone: +17183908000 | Website available
3Staten Island Zoo
614 Broadway, Staten Island, NY 10310, United States View details
Phone: +17184423100 | Website available
4Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, Staten Island, NY, United States View details
Phone: +12123603000 | Website available
5Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Pl, Staten Island, NY 10314, United States View details
Phone: +12126399675 | Website available
Where to Eat in Staten Island
1Dave & Buster's
2655 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314, United States View details
Phone: +19294642700 | Website available
2Dunkin'
770 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310, United States View details
Phone: +17182739641 | Website available
Where to Stay in Staten Island
1Cosmopolitan Inn
1274 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305, United States View details
Phone: +17189797000 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Staten Island
1Staten Island Marriage Bureau
10 Richmond Terrace #311, Staten Island, NY 10301 View details
Phone: +17188162290
2City Council Member Joe Borelli District Office
2955 Veterans Rd W #2, Staten Island, NY 10309 View details
Phone: +17189845151
3New York City Council
900 South Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314 View details
Phone: +17189801017 | Website available
4State Island City Council
3944 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10312 View details
Phone: +17189845151
People born in Staten Island (200)
People born in Staten Island, including politician from New York James Guyon, television personality Angelina Pivarnick, singer, songwriter, musician and activist Joan Baez, .
More notable people
- Satsvarupa dasa Goswami (American poet and writer, guru in ISKCON) he was born in 06/12/1939
- Ron Dante (American musician, songwriter, record producer) he was born in 22/08/1945
- Don Joseph (American musician) he was born in 13/04/1923
- Jacob Tyson (American politician (1773-1848)) he was born in 08/10/1773
- Gary Hartstein (American physician) he was born in 17/05/1955
- Obadiah Bowne (American politician (1822-1874)) he was born in 19/05/1822
- Emilio Estevez (American actor, director, and writer) he was born in 12/05/1962
- Mabel Normand (American actress, screenwriter and film director) she was born in 01/01/1894
- Theodore Sturgeon (American speculative fiction writer (1918-1985)) he was born in 26/02/1918
- Ingrid Michaelson (American singer-songwriter) she was born in 08/12/1979
- Frankee (American R&B singer) she was born in 09/06/1983
- Maggie Rizer (fashion model) she was born in 09/01/1978
- Kenny Washington (American musician) he was born in 29/05/1958
- Ricky Schroder (American actor) he was born in 13/04/1970
- Cornelius Vanderbilt II (American businessman, philanthropist, and tycoon) he was born in 27/05/1794
- Ghostface Killah (American rapper from New York) he was born in 09/05/1970
- Eddie Kaye Thomas (American actor) he was born in 31/10/1980
- Blackie Lawless (American singer, musician, and songwriter) he was born in 04/09/1956
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Staten Island, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 457855 | Academy of Cosmetology and Esthetics NYC | Staten Island (NY) | 10306 |
| 190558 | College of Staten Island CUNY | Staten Island (NY) | 10314 |
| 195784 | St Paul's School of Nursing-Staten Island | Staten Island (NY) | 10311 |
| 197197 | Wagner College | Staten Island (NY) | 10301-4495 |
| 455220 | Career School of NY | Staten Island (NY) | 10301 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Staten Island, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Staten Island.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Great Kill Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10308 |
| Eltingvill Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10312 |
| New Dor Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10306 |
| New Springvill Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10314 |
| Staten Island Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10314 |
Other cities in Richmond County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Richmond County , NY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Concord | 8,448 | Town in New York, United States |
| Bloomfield | 1,303 | Human settlement in Ontario County, New York, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Staten Island distances to largest New York cities
- Brooklyn
- Hempstead
- Brookhaven
- Islip
- Oyster Bay
- Buffalo
- Babylon
- Jamaica
- Huntington
- Yonkers
- East Flatbush
- Syracuse
- Ramapo
- Amherst
- Richmond Hill
- Albany
- Greece
- Greenburgh
Map & Images (more maps)
Staten Island Bus Map
Staten Island Railway Map
