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Dobbs Ferry, NY

Dobbs Ferry is a village in Westchester County, New York, United States. The population was 10,875 according to the 2010 United States Census. In 2021, its population rose to an estimated 11,456. The village of Dobbs Ferry is located in and is a part of, the town of Greenburgh. The village ZIP Code is 10522. Most of the village falls within the boundaries of the Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District. 

Dobbs Ferry was ranked seventh in the list of the top 10 places to live in New York State for 2014, according to the national online real estate brokerage Movoto. Dobbs Ferry is also the first village in New York State certified as a Climate Smart Community and was granted 2014 the highest level given out in the state.

Multiple groups of Native Americans lived around what is now known as Dobbs Ferry since at least 4500 BC. The most recent tribe who claimed territory of the area is the Wecquaesgeek, maintaining villages until the 1600s. Numerous artifacts from the tribe continue to be found along Wicker's Creek in oyster middens. 

Dobbs Ferry was named for the ferry service started in the early 1700s by John Dobbs or his son William. It was not a licensed service, so there are no official records to pin down exactly which Dobbs family member started the service or when. John was English, son of Walter Dobbs who can be found in the historical record getting a liquor license in Manhattan in 1680, leasing land on the East River to harvest salt marsh hay soon after, and serving as a constable in the Bowery Ward. John grew up in Manhattan, the nephew of the wealthy and politically prominent William Merritt, a mariner and businessman. Merritt was mayor of New York from 1695 to 1698 and co-founded Trinity Church (Anglican, now Episcopalian). 

Dobbs Ferry is located at 41°0′46″N 73°51′58″W (41.012729, −73.866026). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.2 square miles (8.3 km²), of which 2.4 square miles (6.2 km²) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km²), or 23.03%, is water. 

The village is bounded on the west by the Hudson River, and on the east by the Saw Mill River. Wickers Creek (name derived from the indigenous Weckquaesgeek) runs east to west through the center of the village from its main source in the Juhring Nature Preserve, Todd's Pond. 

The village consists of a series of neighborhoods as defined in the 2010 Vision Plan, the Master Plan for the village. These neighborhoods are not popularly recognized as of 2014. As the Vision Plan states, "Sometimes the boundaries of these neighborhoods are clearly defined, but other times less so. Where necessary, boundaries have been interpolated." The neighborhoods are Springhurst Park, Broadway, Wickers Creek, Waterfront, Old Town, Fairmead, Riverview Manor, Villard, Osborne, Belden, Maple, Walgrove, Virginia, Beacon Hill, Campuses and Woods, Parkway, Southfield, Knoll, Northfield, and Juhring. (Homes in Juhring are commonly referred to by real estate brokers as part of the Ardsley Park neighborhood, which encompasses the Juhring neighborhood in Dobbs Ferry and the Ardsley-on-Hudson neighborhood of Irvington, New York).

Dobbs Ferry, NY offers a range of health and wellness activities for its residents and visitors. Healthcare services are easily accessible through the nearby medical facilities, including Phelps Hospital, ensuring residents' well-being. One popular option is the Dobbs Ferry Recreation Department, which organizes various fitness classes, sports leagues, and wellness programs throughout the year. Additionally, the village is home to several parks and trails, such as Gould Park and the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail, providing opportunities for outdoor exercise and relaxation. Dobbs Ferry CrossFit offers high-intensity workouts that improve strength and endurance in a community-oriented environment. Oasis Day Spa offers luxurious massages, facials, and other relaxing treatments to rejuvenate the body and mind. These diverse facilities and activities make Dobbs Ferry a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top Sites in Dobbs Ferry, NY: Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park, The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, Empire State Building.

Population: 11,337 (2022). ZIP Code: 10522. Area code: 914. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Area: 3.17 sq mi (8.22 km²).

FAQs

Is Dobbs Ferry, NY a nice place to live?

Living in Dobbs Ferry offers residents a friendly, family-centric, and laidback lifestyle that appeals to many. Families are particularly drawn to the area due to its good schools, relatively diverse population, and charming housing choices. Whether you're walking through the historic downtown area or enjoying the scenic waterfront views, living in Dobbs Ferry provides a sense of connection to the past while offering a high quality of life for today's residents.

What are the demographics of Dobbs Ferry, NY?

Dobbs Ferry, NY is home to a population of 11.4k people, of which 91.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 23.2% of Dobbs Ferry, NY residents were born outside of the country (2.65k people). In 2022, there were 5.63 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (7.77k people) in Dobbs Ferry, NY than any other race or ethnicity.

Is the Dobbs Ferry, NY affluent?

In 2022, Dobbs Ferry, NY had a population of 11.4k people with a median age of 39 and a median household income of $144,000. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Dobbs Ferry, NY declined from 11,511 to 11,431, a −0.695% decrease and its median household income grew from $136,204 to $144,000, a 5.72% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Dobbs Ferry, NY are White (Non-Hispanic) (67.9%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (12.1%), Other (Hispanic) (5.8%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (4.16%), and White (Hispanic) (3.76%).

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Mercy College

Phelps Hospital

Century 21 Hire Realty

NY State Parks

Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park

The Armour-Stiner Octagon House

Empire State Building

Dobbs Ferry CrossFit

Oasis Day Spa

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