Richmond County (Staten Island)
Richmond County, better known as Staten Island, offers a unique blend of suburban and urban lifestyles under the guidance of Borough President Vito Fossella. The borough is known for its green spaces, including the Staten Island Greenbelt, and historical landmarks, such as the Conference House.
Staten Island hosts the Staten Island St. Patrick's Day Parade, celebrating Irish heritage, and the Staten Island Film Festival, showcasing local and international filmmakers. The Staten Island Ferry is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists.
Richmond County (NY) Statistics
| Number of cities/towns/villages | 1 |
|---|---|
| Population | 476,143 people |
| Area | 102.5 sq mi |
| Density | 4,645 /sq mi |
| Altitude | 40 ft |
| GDP | $88 billion |
| Median Household Income | $76,000 |
| Poverty rate | 11% |
| Unemployment rate | 4% |
| Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher) | 35% |
| Crime rate | 2,040 per 100,000 people |
Environmental risk in Richmond County, NY
| Overall risk | Relatively Moderate |
|---|---|
| Expected Annual Loss | Relatively Moderate |
| Social Vulnerability | Relatively Moderate |
| Community Resilience | Relatively High |
| Avalanche Risk | Not Applicable |
| Coastal Flooding Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave Risk | No Rating |
| Drought Risk | Very Low |
| Earthquake Risk | Relatively Low |
| Hail Risk | Very Low |
| Heat Wave Risk | Relatively High |
| Hurricane Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning Risk | Relatively Low |
| Riverine Flooding Risk | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind Risk | Relatively High |
| Tornado Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Tsunami Risk | Insufficient Data |
| Volcanic Activity Risk | Not Applicable |
| Wildfire Risk | Very Low |
| Winter Weather Risk | Relatively Moderate |
Richmond County administration contact details
| Richmond County administration contact details | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
| County seat | Staten Island |
| Phone number | (718) 876-0700 |
| Official website | https://www.statenislandusa.com |
| County clerk | Stephen J. Fiala |
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STATEN ISLAND
Staten Island is a Borough in Richmond county with -500 000 inhabitants.