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Morningside Heights

The highest point in Manhattan, the area offers stunning views of the Hudson River and upper Manhattan.

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Welcome to Morningside Heights

Often considered a sub-neighborhood of Harlem or the Upper West Side, Morningside Heights is a small NYC village between 106th and 123rd Streets, stretching from Riverside Park along the Hudson River to Morningside Park at Manhattan Ave. Known as the Academic Acropolis, it is home to prestigious institutions like Columbia University, Barnard College, and Manhattan School of Music. Perched atop the bluffs, the highest point in Manhattan, the area offers stunning views of the Hudson River and upper Manhattan. Highlights include the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine and historic buildings on Riverside Drive.

Overview for Morningside Heights, NY

36,535 people live in Morningside Heights, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $61,782. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

36,535

Total Population

34 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$61,782

Average individual Income

Around Morningside Heights, NY

There's plenty to do around Morningside Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

96
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
73
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Barb Coffee Co. and Market, Aughton Training Systems, and Active Outlook.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.97 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.4 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.7 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.34 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.17 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.57 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Morningside Heights, NY

Morningside Heights has 12,040 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Morningside Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 36,535 people call Morningside Heights home. The population density is 119,842.661 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

36,535

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34

Median Age

47.22 / 52.78%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
12,040

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$61,782

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Morningside Heights, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Morningside Heights. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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