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Introduction to Tappan, New York
Tappan, New York is 6 miles NW of Yonkers, New York and 19 miles N of New York, New York. The town has a population of 6,757.
Tappan History
The first European settlers in Tappan were Dutch farmers who arrived in 1686 after obtaining land from the Tappan Indians. Tappan is a part of Rockland County, which is the smallest county in New York. Tappan has preserved many of its buildings in the same condition as the time of original construction, many of which have not even been restored.
Tappan and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Tappan
Local museums include the American Museum of Natural History, the Lambert Castle Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Bear Mountain State Park and Blauvelt State Park offer biking, hiking, swimming, boating and picnicking opportunities. The Bronx Zoo is also nearby.
Tappan Transportation
Air transportation is available from Newark Liberty International Airport.
Tappan Higher Education
Nearby colleges and universities include Mercy College, Manhattan College, Bergen Community College and Farleigh Dickinson University.
Tappan 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 7% |  |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
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