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Hastings-on-Hudson, NY

Hastings-on-Hudson is a village in Westchester County located in the southwestern part of the town of Greenburgh in the state of New York, United States. It is located on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of midtown Manhattan in New York City, and is served by a stop on the Metro-North Hudson Line. To the north of Hastings-on-Hudson is the village of Dobbs Ferry, to the south, the city of Yonkers, and to the east unincorporated parts of Greenburgh. As of the 2020 US Census, it had a population of 8,590. The town lies on U.S. Route 9, "Broadway" and the Saw Mill River Parkway.

Around 1650, a Dutch carpenter, named Frederick Philipse, arrived in New Amsterdam. In 1682, Philipse traded with the Native Americans for the area that is now Dobbs Ferry and Hastings-on-Hudson. In 1693, the English Crown granted Philipse the Manor of Philipsburg, which included what is now Hastings-on-Hudson. After dividing the area into four nearly equal-sized farms, the Philipses leased them to Dutch, English, and French Huguenot settlers.

Around the same time, Westchester County, which had been established as one of the 10 original counties in New York, was divided into towns, and the area that is now Hastings-on-Hudson became part of the town of Greenburgh. The village was incorporated in 1879 and its name changed from Hastings-Upon-Hudson to Hastings-on-Hudson.

Hastings-on-Hudson is located at 40°59′28″N 73°52′27″W (40.991102, -73.874114) in an area of hills on the Hudson River opposite the Palisades cliffs, north of the city of Yonkers. The Village is bordered by the Hudson River to the west, and the Saw Mill River to the east. The areas facing the Hudson River have views of the Palisades to the west, Manhattan to the south and the Mario Cuomo Bridge to the north.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Village has a total area of 2.9 square miles (7.5 km2), of which 2.0 square miles (5.2 km2) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2), or 32.65%, is water.

Several small tributaries and headwaters of the Hudson River are located in the village, including Scheckler's Brook which originates in Hillside Woods, and Factory Brook which begins in a spring in the southern end of the Burke Estate, these merge behind the Cropsey Studio west of the Aqueduct Trail.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hastings-on-Hudson, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Andrus on Hudson is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Hastings-on-Hudson Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Hasting Yoga and Mind Body Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hastings-on-Hudson, such as the Untermyer Park Loop and Hillside Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY are Central Park, Sprain Ridge Park, and the Empire State Building.

Population: 8,341 (2022). Elevation: 38m / 125 feet. ZIP Code: 10706. Area code(s): 914. Area: 2.9 square miles (7.5 km2).

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Is Hastings-on-Hudson, NY a good place to live?

Hastings-on-Hudson is in Westchester County and is one of the best places to live in New York. Living in Hastings-on-Hudson offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Hastings-on-Hudson, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. The public schools in Hastings-on-Hudson are highly rated.

Is Hastings-on-Hudson, NY wealthy?

In 2021, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY had a population of 8.51k people with a median age of 44 and a median household income of $171,719. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Hastings-on-Hudson, NY grew from 7,969 to 8,505, a 6.73% increase and its median household income grew from $139,939 to $171,719, a 22.7% increase. In 2021, the median property value in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY was $728,300, and the homeownership rate was 78.4%.

What is the crime rate in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of Hastings-on-Hudson households was $161,908. Hastings-on-Hudson households made slightly more than Massapequa Park households ($161,193) and Malverne households ($158,333). However, 0.9% of Hastings-on-Hudson families live in poverty.

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Village of Hasting-on-Hudson New York

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Data USA

NewYork Demographics

Andrus on Hudson 

Hastings-on-Hudson Parks and Recreation Department 

Hasting Yoga 

Mind Body Fitness

Untermyer Park Loop

Hillside Park

Central Park

Sprain Ridge Park

Empire State Building

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