Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere vs Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville
Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere (Queens) and Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville (Staten Island), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere scores higher on Transit and Activities; Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville leads on Affordability and Schools. Overall they're 93% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere | Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 41/100 | 44/100 (leads) |
| Families | 12/100 (leads) | 11/100 |
| Affordability | 88/100 | 100/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 0/100 | 7/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 5/100 | 6/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 14/100 (leads) | 2/100 |
| Safety | 48/100 | 53/100 (leads) |
| Health | 90/100 | 92/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 14/100 (leads) | 4/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere | Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 81–84 min | 76–79 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 66–68 min (leads) | 69–71 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 85–88 min | 82–85 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 82–85 min | 80–82 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 95–98 min | 92–95 min (leads) |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 61–63 min (leads) | 74–76 min |
| To Long Island City | 79–81 min (leads) | 84–87 min |
| To Jamaica | 59–62 min (leads) | 109–112 min |
| To Flushing | 84–87 min (leads) | 108–111 min |
| To Fordham | 112–117 min | 108–111 min (leads) |
Typical transit and walking time, leaving between 7:30 and 9:00 a.m. on a weekday, from each neighborhood's population center; the shorter trip leads. From MTA, NYC DOT and NYC Ferry schedules, so no delays or crowding. Streets © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere or Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville better for families?
- Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere and Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville each suit different families. Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere leads on Transit, Activities, and Families, while Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville leads on Affordability, Schools, and Safety. What's "better" depends on what you prioritize — safety, schools, affordability, or transit. Our neighborhood search can rank them by your own weights.
- How do Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere and Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville compare on safety and schools?
- Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere: 48/100 safety, 0/100 schools. Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville: 53/100 safety, 7/100 schools.
- Are Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere and Mariner's Harbor-Arlington-Graniteville similar neighborhoods?
- They're 93% similar across the nine signals we score. Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere stands out on Transit, Activities, and Families.
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