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Washington Heights

A key stronghold during the Revolutionary War, one of Manhattan's largest and most diverse neighborhoods.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® RLS20069716
Listing Courtesy Brian A Phillips with Douglas Elliman Real Estate

$3,100,000

10 JUMEL Terrace, New York City, NY 10032
5 Beds 4 Baths 3,728 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 957380
Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

$3,100,000

10 Jumel Terrace, New York (Manhattan), NY 10032
5 Beds 4 Baths 3,728 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20067219
Listing Courtesy Ivette Diaz Dumeng with Compass

$2,960,000

825 Riverside Drive, New York City, NY 10032
4 Beds 4 Baths 4,482 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20057463
Listing Courtesy Brian Bernard Shadood with Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

$2,500,000

563 W 161ST Street, New York City, NY 10032
6 Beds 6 Baths 4,300 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 913550
Courtesy of Find Real Estate LLC

$2,200,000

1948 Amsterdam Avenue, New York (Manhattan), NY 10032
1 Bed 2,880 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® RLS20064501
Listing Courtesy Daniel Chun with Compass

$1,999,999

140 Cabrini Boulevard 18/19, New York City, NY 10033
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,500 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Washington Heights

Named after Fort Washington, a key stronghold during the Revolutionary War, Washington Heights is one of Manhattan's largest and most diverse neighborhoods. It is home to a vibrant Dominican community, making the area a hub of Dominican-American culture, politics, and achievement in the U.S. The neighborhood also has a significant Jewish population and a rich cultural tapestry. In recent years, Washington Heights has become increasingly popular with first-time homebuyers and recent college graduates seeking affordable housing in Manhattan. This has led to rising real estate values and a growing, more diverse population, transforming the neighborhood.

Overview for Washington Heights, NY

143,634 people live in Washington Heights, where the median age is 39 and the average individual income is $43,074. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

143,634

Total Population

39 years

Median Age

High

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

$43,074

Average individual Income

Around Washington Heights, NY

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

98
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
78
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bread Baker Of Riverdale, Tuxedos By Rose, and Ace Martial Arts - Upper East Side.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Bread Baker Of Riverdale Logo
Dining 3.15 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Tuxedos By Rose Logo
Shopping 4.83 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Ace Martial Arts - Upper East Side Logo
Active 4.7 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Flex N' Relax Fitness Studio Logo
Active 2.42 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
J Will Barber Shop Logo
Beauty 2.66 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Chosen Faces Makeup Artistry Logo
Beauty 2.59 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Washington Heights, NY

Population Households Employment

Washington Heights has 54,627 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Washington Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 143,634 people call Washington Heights home. The population density is 134,965.96 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

143,634

Total Population

High

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

39

Median Age

48.43 / 51.57%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

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
54,627

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$43,074

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Washington Heights, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Washington 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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Washington Heights

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