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West Haverstraw, New York

West Haverstraw, New York, in Rockland county, is 16 miles NW of White Plains, New York (center to center) and 32 miles N of New York, New York. The village is conveniently located inside the New York metropolitan area. There are an estimated 10,295 people in West Haverstraw.

The People and Families of West Haverstraw

In West Haverstraw, about 49% of adults are married. Families have pride of place in West Haverstraw, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Approximately 35% of West Haverstraw is non-white. In New York, the village is known for its racial diversity.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, West Haverstraw had a median family income of $55,964.

West Haverstraw Housing

Approximately 59% of housing in West Haverstraw is owner-occupied. The village contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in West Haverstraw.

Commuting

In West Haverstraw, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyWest Haverstraw Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%West Haverstraw Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of West Haverstraw, NY

Comparing West Haverstraw 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
Children Under 5 Years Old79
Well-Paid Single Women76
Well-Paid Single Men76
Female Share of the Population66
Male Share of the Population55
Age of the Population42
Senior Citizens43

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size98
Portion of People Married65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income76
People in Middle Class or Better54
People Above Poverty54
College Educated Adults43

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use97
Walking and Biking to Work78
Short Commute Times24
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Housing Recently Built59
People Living Alone45
Affordability of Property Taxes36
Affordability of Rents24
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

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