Harriman, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Harriman is a small town in New York with a population of 2,843. Residents earn $95,324 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,843 Population 2,843/sq mi density
$95,324 Median Income $42,731 per capita
$274,500 Home Value $366,650 Zillow
$2,040 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$95,324 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$274,500 home value, $2,040/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,324
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,500
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,040
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

How Harriman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,843
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2,843/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,324
Per Capita$42,731
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$27,748M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,500
Rent$2,040
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,650

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation526 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries19

Is Harriman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harriman receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Harriman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harriman is $95,324, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harriman is $274,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,040 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harriman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Harriman has a population of 2,843 with a density of 2,843 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 14.5% Black.

Population

2,843
Total Population
2,843
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Harriman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.0%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.0%
146% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harriman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harriman is $95,324, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Harriman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,324
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,731
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$84,610

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,900
County GDP$27,748M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,008
Healthcare994
Retail1,572
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harriman is $274,500, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,040 (75% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,650.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,500
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,650
Median List Price$355,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$355,000
$/Sq Ft$295
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,040
75% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,334
195% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Harriman, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.6% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Harriman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death6,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.5%
Healthcare Facilities994

Crime Rates: Harriman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Harriman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation526 ft (160 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,843/sq mi
Coordinates41.3091°N, 74.1441°W
County FIPS36071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,843/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities994
Restaurants1,008
Retail Stores1,572

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

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