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The current estimated population of Ardsley is 4,600, with a gender distribution of 48% male and 52% female. The population has grown modestly, with Ardsley being a popular suburban community in Westchester County.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1790s
  • County: Westchester County
  • Land area: 1.3 square miles
  • Population density: 3,538 people per square mile
  • Area code: 914
  • Zip code: 10502

Geography and Location

Ardsley is located in southern Westchester County, New York, approximately 20 miles north of midtown Manhattan. The village is part of the larger Hudson Valley region, known for its scenic beauty and proximity to New York City. Ardsley lies in a hilly, wooded area near the Saw Mill River and the Sprain Brook Parkway, providing convenient access to major highways and transportation options. Ardsley’s humid continental climate includes cold winters and warm summers, with the village enjoying all four seasons. The local economy is largely residential, with many residents commuting to New York City or nearby towns for work. Ardsley is well-regarded for its strong public schools, parks, and recreational facilities, making it a desirable community for families. The village is also part of the larger Rivertowns area, which offers residents access to a mix of suburban tranquility and urban amenities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 41.6 years
Median household income: $105,293
Median house value: $358,600

Population by Race

Races in Ardsley:

  • White Non-Hispanic (80.7%)
  • Hispanic (4.3%)
  • Asian Indian (3.6%)
  • Japanese (2.6%)
  • Chinese (2.3%)
  • Korean (2.2%)
  • Black (1.5%)
  • Two or more races (1.3%)
  • Other Asian (0.9%)
  • Filipino (0.7%)
  • Other race (0.7%)

Ancestries: Italian (21.2%), Irish (15.0%), German (8.3%), Polish (7.5%), Russian (7.1%), English (5.2%).

Elevation: 210 feet

Land area: 1.3 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Ardsley

  • High school or higher: 94.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 58.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 32.3%
  • Unemployed: 2.6%
  • Mean travel time to work: 33.9 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ardsley village

  • Never married: 18.2%
  • Now married: 70.5%
  • Separated: 1.6%
  • Widowed: 5.3%
  • Divorced: 4.4%

19.0% Foreign born (11.5% Asia, 5.9% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: +115 (+2.8%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Ardsley:

  • DOBBS FERRY HOSPITAL (about 2 miles; DOBBS FERRY, NY)
  • PHELPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 5 miles; NORTH TARRYTOWN, NY)
  • LAWRENCE HOSPITAL (about 6 miles; BRONXVILLE, NY)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ardsley:

  • WESTCHESTER COUNTY (about 11 miles; WHITE PLAINS, NY; Abbreviation: HPN)
  • LA GUARDIA (about 17 miles; NEW YORK, NY; Abbreviation: LGA)
  • TETERBORO (about 19 miles; TETERBORO, NJ; Abbreviation: TEB)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ardsley:

Amtrak stations near Ardsley:

  • 7 miles: YONKERS (FOOT OF DOCK ST. & WELLS AVE.). Services: fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, snack bar, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, public transit connection.
  • 8 miles: NEW ROCHELLE (DEPOT PLAZA NORTH). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, taxi stand, public transit connection.
  • 13 miles: CROTON-HARMON (CROTON-ON-HUDSON, CROTON POINT AVE.). Services: partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, snack bar, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, call for car rental service, call for taxi service, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ardsley:

  • MERCY COLLEGE-MAIN CAMPUS (about 2 miles; DOBBS FERRY, NY; Full-time enrollment: 6,643)
  • SUNY WESTCHESTER COMMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 7 miles; VALHALLA, NY; Full-time enrollment: 6,730)
  • IONA COLLEGE (about 8 miles; NEW ROCHELLE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 3,532)
  • MANHATTAN COLLEGE (about 9 miles; BRONX, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,769)
  • SUNY COLLEGE AT PURCHASE (about 9 miles; PURCHASE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 3,517)
  • THE COLLEGE OF NEW ROCHELLE (about 9 miles; NEW ROCHELLE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 5,414)
  • PACE UNIVERSITY-PLEASANTVILLE BRIARCLIFF (about 10 miles; PLEASANTVILLE, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,837)

Schools

Public high school in Ardsley:

  • ARDSLEY HS (Students: 726; Location: 300 FARM RD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Ardsley:

  • CONCORD ROAD ES (Students: 838; Location: CONCORD RD; Grades: KG – 04)
  • ARDSLEY MS (Students: 779; Location: 700 ASHFORD AVE; Grades: 05 – 08)

Libraries

Library in Ardsley:

  • ARDSLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $273,533; Location: 9 AMERICAN LEGION DRIVE; 46,781 books; 1,389 audio materials; 1,656 video materials; 75 serial subscriptions)

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