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Harrison, New York

Village · Population 31,321 · #24 in New York
Harrison, New York

Harrison is a town and village in Westchester County, New York, United States. It is a suburb of New York City, located approximately 11 miles (18 km) northeast of Manhattan.

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About Harrison

Set in the southeastern part of New York, Harrison is a thriving city counting 31,321 people who proudly call it home.

Harrison holds the status of an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 16.77 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,868 residents per square mile.

What Makes Harrison Unique

  • A top-25 city in New York by population (#24 of 595 incorporated places).
  • One of 13 places in the US named Harrison — but the New York one has a character all its own.
  • Positioned in southeastern New York, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

Why People Love It Here

  • Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
  • Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 31,321.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 3 miles.

🏫 Schools in Harrison

  • HARRISON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL
  • LOUIS M KLEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • PARSONS MEMORIAL SCHOOL
  • PURCHASE SCHOOL

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeVillage
Mayor🏛️ Rich Dionisio
Population (2024)31,321
Rank in state#24 of 595
Land area16.77 sq mi
Density1,868/sq mi
Coordinates41.0235, -73.7193

🗺️ Map of Harrison