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Ossining, New York

Introduction to Ossining, New York

Ossining, New York, in Westchester county, is 10 miles NW of White Plains, New York and 29 miles N of New York, New York. The village is located in the New York metropolitan area. Ossining has a population of 24,010.

Ossining History

Frederick Philipse was one of the earliest landowners of this area. In 1685, he bought land in this region from the Sint Sinck Indians. This area eventually developed into the present day town of Ossining. Philipse also built a manor that extended from Spuyten Duyvil Creek to Croton River. The village of Sing Sing was incorporated in 1813. In 1845, a new town was created from the northern part of the Town of Mount Pleasant, which became Ossining.

Ossining and nearby Attractions

  • Philipsburg Manor
  • Haverstraw Brick Museum
  • Rockland Lake State Park
  • Graham Hills County Park
  • Haverstraw Brick Museum

Things To Do In Ossining

Ossining lies in a region of great natural beauty. The vast areas of parkland and the nearby Atlantic Ocean make for a very asthetic combination. The area also has two golf courses that overlook the ocean and offer excellent playing opportunities. Those interested in learning mroe about the past of the area should visit the Philipsburg Manor, which was built by an early settler.

Ossining Transportation

Air transportation is available from La Guardia Airport.

Ossining Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued at Pace University, SUNY Westchester Community College, Iona College and Mercy College.

High Points

Ossining strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyOssining Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyOssining Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Ossining Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Ossining, NY

Comparing Ossining to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men109
Well-Paid Single Women76
Age of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Senior Citizens32
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size77
Portion of People Married43

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
Median Family Income76
People in Middle Class or Better65
People Above Poverty54

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Working at Home76
Walking and Biking to Work46
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64
Housing Recently Built26
Affordability of Rents24
Affordability of Property Taxes12

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