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Introduction to Airmont, New York
Airmont, New York, in Rockland County, is 12 miles N of Paterson, New Jersey and 25 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. The village’s population is 7,799.
Airmont History
The Tallman family moved into this region in 1675, establishing a farm and becoming the first permanent European settlers in the area. Route 59 opened in 1828, facilitating transportation. In 1841, the Piermont branch railroad was established. The wife of Reverend Bodine named the community Airmont in 1890 because of the area's elevation and natural beauty. In 1989, residents of Airmont voted in favor of creating their own village. It was incorporated in 1991.
Airmont and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Airmont
The 2,145-acre Ramapo Valley County Reservation, and the 1,351-acre Campgaw Mountain Reservation offer nature trails and opportunities for fishing and camping. The Pascack Historical Society Museum, the Old Stone House Museum, the Schoolhouse Museum, and the Ringwood Manor House Museum are some of the local museums. Darlington County Park features two lakes, beaches, picnic areas, and volleyball, tennis and handball courts. The High Tor State Park offers views of the Hudson River, along with nature trails and picnic areas.
Airmont Transportation
John F. Kennedy International Airport is nearby.
Airmont Higher Education
Nearby colleges include Rockland Community College, Ramapo College of New Jersey, Bergen Community College and Passaic County Community College.
Airmont strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
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| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 6% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
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