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Thornwood, New York, in Westchester county, is 6 miles N of White Plains, New York (center to center) and 28 miles N of New York, New York. The town is located in the New York metropolitan area. Thornwood has a population of 5,980.
In Thornwood, about 64% of adults are married. Lots of Thornwood people are married off. Large households are normal in the town.
In 2000, Thornwood had a median family income of $98,313. People in Thornwood generally have good earning power. The town has a large middle class. Thornwood enjoys an educated population. This town has lots of successful singles.
Residents of Thornwood gave more campaign money ($3,150) to George W. Bush than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
Owners occupy 86% of the housing units in Thornwood. Residents here pay higher tax bills for their homes, which generally means better schools and other local services.
In Thornwood, 84% of commuters drive to work. If you visit or move to Thornwood, try the public transportation system.
Thornwood 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 6% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Thornwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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