Roads
The major roadways closest to New Rochelle are US-1, I-95, and the Hutchinson River Parkway that run through the City of New Rochelle. The major local streets include Main Street, Division Street, Huguenot Street, North Avenue, and Pelham Road.  

Distances Between Towns/Cities
The towns closest to the City of New Rochelle include Scarsdale, Greenburgh, Edgemont, and Eastchester. All 4 towns are less than 8 miles away. The major metropolis of New York City is approximately 18 miles from New Rochelle, and the City of Manhattan is roughly 13 miles away.  

Airports
The major airports serving those who travel to and from New Rochelle include JFK International Airport and La Guardia International Airport that are roughly 18 miles away. Other airports that are major sources of airway travel are Westchester County Airport and Newark International Airport-New Jersey that is approximately 21 miles away. 

Terrain
New Rochelle has a land area of roughly 10.4 square miles. The City is located on the Long Island Sound. Other water sources throughout New Rochelle include Beechmont Lake, Glenwood Lake, the Twin Lakes in Huguenot Park, and Carpenter’s Pond.  

Population
The population of the City of New Rochelle is approximately 72,182. 

Jobs
The major employment sectors for the residents of New Rochelle are education, health, and social services. Also included are professional, management, and administration positions. 

Major employers in Westchester County include Snapple Beverage Group/Motts Incorporated, Nokia Incorporated, Pepsico Incorporated, Fuji Photo Film USA, IBM, NY Life Insurance, Nokia, Lillian Vernon Corporation, Bally Retail Incorporated, and The Lenovo Group. 

The median household income for New Rochelle residents is roughly $55,500.  

Housing
Housing options throughout New Rochelle are varied with numerous styles to choose from. Included are town houses, condos, and apartments. Also available are residential homes ranging in size from big to small and multi-family homes.  

The prices of homes in New Rochelle are range from $390,000 to $3,500,000. The average selling price for home in New Rochelle is approximately $900,000. Rental prices start at approximately $700 for a studio apartment and approximately $1200 for a 2 bedroom apartment.  

Colleges/Universities
In the City of New Rochelle are various college opportunities to choose from. Included are Iona College, Monroe College-New Rochelle, and The College of New Rochelle. Less than 15 miles from New Rochelle are Mercy College, Fordham University, Manhattan College, Cuny Lehman College, and more. 

Interesting Facts
New Rochelle's history began with Thomas Pell's purchase of land from the Siwanoy Indians in 1654. Thirty-four years later, in order to escape religious persecution in France, thousands of Huguenots (French Protestants) began settling the area. Their new home was named after La Rochelle, the port they had set out from in France. 

New Rochelle was the setting for the 1960’s TV sitcom, "The Dick Van Dyke Show". 

Well known residents of New Rochelle include TV Host Jay Leno, actor and director Carl Reiner, and Olympic Medalist Cristina Teuscher.  

The City of New Rochelle is also nicknamed “The Queen City of the Sound”. 

Parks/Sports/Recreation/Golf
Glen Island Park is a 105 acre park located on the Long Island Sound. The park offers a variety of recreational facilities including an 18-hole miniature golf course, a beach, playground and picnic area with a pavilion, and magnificent waterfront views. Water activities at the Glen Island Park include fishing, swimming off of the beach, and boating. Other recreational activities offered include hiking and walking.  

The Putting Edge Golf Course is a glow-in-the-dark mini golf course that is indoors. The Putting Edge is the ultimate mini-golfing experience. Putting Edge is a traditional game of mini-golf, inside a facility, with hundreds of colored obstacles and props. Everything at Putting Edge glows --- the balls, putters, and even scorecards. Putting Edge Golf Course is a great place for the whole family to enjoy a unique game of miniature golf.  

Less than 7 miles from New Rochelle are the Dunwoodie Golf Course, Bonnie Briar Country Club, Quaker Ridge Golf Club, and Mosholu Golf Course. Each golfing facility has charming scenery, pleasant greens, and a relaxing atmosphere for an enjoyable game of golf. 

Special Event
The annual New Rochelle Farmers Market is usually held from June to November. The farmers market is a place where local farmers and can promote sales of locally grown vegetables and fruits. In addition to fruits and vegetables, wines, honey, jams, various cheeses, French bread, pastries, and handmade soaps and lotions are also available at the Farmers Market.