Staten Island at a glance
- Staten Island is part of the New York urban area, about 13 miles from the centre.
- Home to about 470,000 people.
- Close by: Bayonne (7 miles), Elizabeth (8 miles) and Middletown (12 miles).
Dating by city / United States / New York / New York / Staten Island
Singles in Staten Island
Members from Staten Island and towns within 30 miles who make their profile public will appear here.
A first date in Staten Island
Choose somewhere central in Staten Island that you both know — a café, a bookshop with a coffee corner, a market. Daylight and people around make a first meeting easier for both of you.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Staten Island: questions and answers
How far around Staten Island can I search?
More than 14 million people live within 30 miles of Staten Island, in 229 towns and cities including New York, Newark and Jersey City. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 5 miles up to 300 miles — or choose “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Staten Island free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Staten Island or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Staten Island real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Staten Island?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the United States or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.