Chester
City in New York, United States
Overview
Chester, New York is a charming small town in Orange County, celebrated for its historic village center, scenic landscapes, and lively arts scene. Despite its modest population, Chester offers a friendly community vibe and easy access to nature and boutique shops. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful retreat with local flavor and artisanal attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New York
Population
549
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.36°, -74.27°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,335
Local Cost
$1,670
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
9.2°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
-3.1°C
Record High
38.6°C
Record Low
-28.4°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1232 mm
Internet Speed
355 Mbps
Upload
172 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
41
Walk Score
41
Footways
81.0
Airport
MGJ
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 15 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.