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Larchmont, NY

Larchmont, NY

Larchmont is a village located within the Town of Mamaroneck in Westchester County, New York, approximately 18 miles (29 km) northeast of Midtown Manhattan. The population of the village was 5,864 at the 2010 census. In February 2019, Bloomberg ranked Larchmont as the 15th wealthiest place in the United States and the third wealthiest in New York.

Originally inhabited by the Siwanoy (an Algonquian tribe), Larchmont was explored by the Dutch in 1614. In 1661, John Richbell, a merchant from Hampshire, England, traded a minimal amount of goods and trinkets with the Siwanoy in a land exchange that is today known as the Town of Mamaroneck. 

The purchase included three peninsulas of land that lay between the Mamaroneck River to the east and Pelham Manor to the west. The east neck is now known as Orienta while the middle neck is what is now known as Larchmont Manor. The third neck was later sold and is now known as Davenport Neck in New Rochelle. The purchase was contested by Thomas Revell who, one month following Richbell's purchase, bought the land from the Siwanoy at a higher price. Richbell petitioned Governor Stuyvesant, Director General of the Colonies of the New Netherland, and Richbell was issued the land patent in 1662. 

In 1664 Great Britain took control of the colonies and Richbell received an English title for his lands in 1668 whereupon he began to encourage settlement. In 1675 Richbell leased his "Middle Neck" to his brother however when he died in 1684 none of his original property remained in his name. In 1700, Samuel Palmer, who had been elected the Town's first supervisor in 1697, obtained the original leases on the "Middle Neck", and in 1722 the Palmer family obtained full title to the land which included what is now the Incorporated Village of Larchmont.

Larchmont is located at 40°55′34″N 73°45′11″W (40.926201, −73.753108), about 18 miles (29 km) from midtown Manhattan. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2), all of it land. A source of confusion for non-locals is that a large portion of the area served by the Larchmont Post Office (zip code 10538) is not in the incorporated Village of Larchmont, but is part of the "unincorporated area" of the Town of Mamaroneck.

There are programs and centers in health and wellness offered by Larchmont for its residents. Thai Massage NYC specializes in traditional Thai massage techniques for relaxation and muscle relief. Nuansa Spa offers a blend of Eastern and Western massage techniques, including Thai, Swedish, and deep tissue massages. Savor Beauty + Spa provides massages along with skincare services, creating a holistic wellness experience. Equinox is known for its upscale facilities and variety of fitness classes, Equinox offers state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. New York Sports Clubs (NYSC) with multiple locations across the city, NYSC provides a range of fitness programs, including group classes and personal training. Crunch Fitness offers a fun and inclusive atmosphere with a wide range of classes, from Zumba and yoga to strength training and HIIT workouts.

Top sites in Larchmont, NY are Larchmont Manor Park, Hommocks Park Ice Rink, and Larchmont Yacht Club.

Population: 6,640 (2024). ZIP code: 10538. Area code: 914. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Area: 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2).

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How wealthy is Larchmont, NY?

According to Bloomberg, Larchmont, NY is the 15th-richest town in the country and the third-richest town in New York state. A popular vacation destination, the coastal town just a few short miles from Manhattan has been popular for people with money to burn for over a century. The current average household income for Larchmont is reported as $313,568.

What are the demographics of Larchmont, NY?

Larchmont has a 2024 population of 6,364. Larchmont is currently declining at a rate of -0.96% annually and its population has decreased by -3.75% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 6,612 in 2020. The average household income in Larchmont is $340,698 with a poverty rate of 1.79%. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Larchmont was White: 87.17%, Two or more races: 6.14%, Asian: 4.83%, Black or African American: 1.39%, and other races: 0.47%.

Why is Larchmont, NY so popular?

A big appeal of living in Larchmont is its proximity to the city, even if many residents are currently working from home. The trip from Larchmont to Grand Central Terminal on the Metro-North New Haven line takes about 40 minutes, although morning and evening express trains will get you there in 33 minutes. Drivers can take I-95, which runs through Larchmont and straight into the city.
 

Sources

Village of Larchmont

Wikipedia

Thai Massage NYC

Nuansa Spa

Savor Beauty + Spa

New York Sports Clubs (NYSC)

Crunch Fitness

Larchmont Manor Park 

Hommocks Park Ice Rink

Larchmont Yacht Club

Equinox 

NY Times

WRRV

World Population Review

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