Harriman, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,843 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,324 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$274,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,188 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,768 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 12 25
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 6 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 8 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Schools

Monroe-Woodbury Middle School
<1 miles, NE 3.2 star
Central Valley Elementary School
1 miles, NE 3.7 star
Monroe-Woodbury High School
1 miles, NE 5 star
Sheri Torah V'yoel Moshe
2 miles, N 3.7 star

Colleges

Uta Mesivta of Kiryas Joel
2 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

St Anthony Community Hospital
12 miles, W 3.2 star
Hudson Valley Hospital Center
13 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
28 miles, SE 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
39 miles, S 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
43 miles, SW 4.6 star