New York City is the most populated city in the United States, with a headcount of over 8.5 million. With this many people calling NYC home, there are opportunities abound for employment. There is also a wide array of things to do at night and on the weekends to keep you constantly busy. So if you are ready to start a new life chapter, consider a move to the Big Apple.

The opportunities of New York City are great, but what if you don’t want to live in busy city? Consider one of the quieter boroughs of New York City to make your home – Staten Island. Staten Island is located South of Manhattan, and is the Southernmost part of New York State. However, Staten Island is only 20-30 miles from Manhattan, a doable commute for the right job. The same holds true if you want a job at some of the prominent businesses based in North Jersey.

Staten Island is about the same distance to JFK Airport, so air travel is never too far away. However, if you enjoy outdoor activities, you may not want to leave Staten Island too often. Staten Island is home to thousands of acres of federal, state and locally managed parks. From biking, fishing, golf and ice skating – there are activities for residents for all of the seasons.

Local residents tend to identify the island by five regions – North Shore, South Shore, West Shore, East Shore and Mid-Island. Combined these regions contain dozens of individual communities with their own unique character. Consider the more densely populated North Shore to be as closer to Staten Island’s main attractions. The South and East Shore sections of the island are not densely populated compared to other areas. If you prefer to not live too close to the shore, you can consider communities in the Mid-Island section.

You’re in luck if you prefer a living in standalone house as opposed to condo or apartment. Single family houses are the dominant residential structures as opposed to apartments and condos. To start the process of relocating to Staten Island, there are many Staten Island moving companies that can help with the transition.