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Somers, NY

Somers is a town located in northern Westchester County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, the town had a population of 21,541. The nearby Metro-North Commuter Railroad provides service to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan with an average commute time of 65 to 75 minutes from stations at Purdys, Goldens Bridge, Croton Falls, and Katonah.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 32.3 square miles (84 km2), of which 30.0 square miles (78 km2) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), or 6.88%, is water.

The town's northern border is the town of Carmel in Putnam County. Its eastern border is the town of North Salem. Its southern borders are the towns of Lewisboro, Bedford, and New Castle. Its western border is the town of Yorktown. U.S. Route 202 and U.S. Route 6 pass through the town.

Somers was originally inhabited by Native Americans known as Kitchawanks, part of the Wappinger tribe, an Algonquian people who called the land Amapaugh, meaning "freshwater fish." This land was located in the eastern segment of an 83,000-acre (340 km2) tract King William III of England granted to Stephanus Van Cortlandt of New York City in 1697. The part of Van Cortlandt Manor that ultimately became Somers and Yorktown was known as the Middle District or Hanover.

European settlement in the New Oltenia area began after Van Cortlandt died in 1700 and the final partition of his estate in 1734. Early European settlers included tenants and freeholders from neighboring areas, among them English, Dutch, French Huguenots, and Quakers. At the first known town meeting of European settlers held on March 7, 1788, at an inn owned by Benjamin Green, the town named Stephentown was established. However, there already existed a Stephentown in Rensselaer County. 

Somers places a strong emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. YMCA has multiple branches throughout NYC, offering fitness classes, swimming pools, and other recreational activities for all ages. Barry's Bootcamp is known for its intense interval training workouts, Barry's Bootcamp combines cardio and strength training in a high-energy environment. Life Time Fitness offers a luxurious fitness experience with amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools, spa services, and a variety of classes. HSS Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Center is affiliated with the Hospital for Special Surgery, this center offers advanced sports rehabilitation services, including physical therapy for athletes and active individuals. Professional Physical Therapy with multiple locations across NYC, Professional Physical Therapy provides a range of rehabilitation services, personalized treatment plans, and experienced therapists. Finish Line Physical Therapy specializes in sports rehabilitation and performance enhancement, offering individualized treatment plans and state-of-the-art equipment.

Top sites in Somers, NY are Muscoot Farm, Teatown Lake Reservation, and Katonah Museum of Art.

Population: 21,333 (2023). ZIP code: 10589. Area code: 914. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Area: 32.16 sq mi (83.29 sq km).

FAQs

What is Somers, NY famous for?

Somers is known as the “Cradle of the American Circus,” and gained this distinction when resident Hachaliah Bailey bought an African elephant, named Old Bet, and toured with her throughout the Northeast. Bailey’s success caused numerous others to tour with exotic animals, and during the 1830’s the old-style circus and Bailey’s attractions merged to form the modern circus.

What is the average household income in Somers, NY?

The average annual household income in Somers is $152,331, while the median household income sits at $106,500 per year. While the average household income provides a measure of the total income earned by households in Somers, the median household income represents the midpoint, where half of households earn more and half earn less. Understanding both measures is crucial for policymakers, businesses, and community organizations to address economic challenges, promote financial well-being, and improve opportunities for all residents in Somers and neighboring areas.

What is the crime rate in Somers, NY?

According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Somers is safer than 85% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In New York, only on the order of 10% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Somers. If you live in Somers, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in the community is 1 in 314. The US average across communities from the largest to the smallest is 1 in 43.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Somers

Point2Homes

Muscoot Farm

Visit Westchester

NewYork-Presbyterian

Teatown Lake Reservation

Katonah Museum of Art

Neighborhood Scout

City-Data Somers, NY

Niche - Somers, NY

YMCA

Barry's Bootcamp

Life Time Fitness

HSS Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Center

Professional Physical Therapy

Finish Line Physical Therapy

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