Harrison
Harrison, New York, is a picturesque town and village in Westchester County, approximately 22 miles northeast of Manhattan.
Harrison, New York, is a picturesque town and village in Westchester County, approximately 22 miles northeast of Manhattan. With a population of about 28,218 as of the 2020 census, Harrison offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility. The community is known for its rolling hills, scenic roads, and a mix of stately homes and historic estates. Landmarks listed on the National Register of Historic Places include the Hadden-Margolis House, Stony Hill Cemetery, and the United States Post Office. Harrison encompasses the hamlets of Purchase and West Harrison, each with its own unique character.
Harrison, New York, was founded in 1696 when John Harrison, an English Quaker, purchased the land from the Siwanoy Native Americans. The town was originally part of the Connecticut Colony, but its boundaries were later confirmed as part of New York. Primarily rural for much of its early history, Harrison developed slowly, with agriculture as its economic base. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, the arrival of the railroad and improved transportation transformed it into a suburban community. Today, Harrison blends its colonial heritage and historic estates with modern residential neighborhoods, businesses, and schools, making it a desirable town in Westchester County.
Population: 32,530 – 2025 U.S. Census Bureau population (estimate)
Size: 17.4 square miles
Education is a cornerstone of the community, with the Harrison Central School District operating several public schools. The town is also home to higher education institutions like Manhattanville College and the State University of New York at Purchase. Harrison’s school district contains four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Busing for both public and private schools. Harrison School public school district is made up of approximately 3,600 students.
Transportation options are robust, including the Metro-North Railroad's New Haven Line, major highways like I-95 and the Hutchinson River Parkway, and proximity to Westchester County Airport.
29,279 people live in Harrison, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $79,867. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Harrison, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Flik MasterCard Cafeteria, The Good Table, and Consolidated Supermarket Supply.
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| Dining · $$ | 0.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.15 miles | 2 reviews | 2.5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 0.58 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.15 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.15 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.49 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.07 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.23 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.23 miles | 18 reviews | 2/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.55 miles | 18 reviews | 3.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Harrison has 8,789 households, with an average household size of 2.95. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Harrison do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,279 people call Harrison home. The population density is 1,746 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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ADDRESS 14 ELM PL RYE, NY 10580
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