Ramapo, New York
Ramapo: Town in Rockland County, New York, United States
About
Ramapo is a town located in the county of Rockland in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 126,595. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 138,356 inhabitants.
The town was created 233 years ago in 1790.
Ramapo is a town in Rockland County, New York. The area was originally inhabited by the Munsee people before Dutch settlers arrived in the 1600s.
In 1774, the region was renamed New Hempstead. It became part of the town of Haverstraw in 1788. Finally, in 1829, Ramapo became its own town.
The town grew slowly initially. However, the construction of the Erie Railroad in 1841 brought industry and development to Ramapo. The town became an important railroad and mining hub.
Ramapo Today
Today, Ramapo retains its identity as a diverse suburban community. According to the 2020 census, the town has over 138,000 residents.
Ramapo is home to several hamlets including Monsey, Sloatsburg, Hillcrest, and Viola. The area includes residential neighborhoods, parks, schools, and industrial areas.
Notable locations include Ramapo College and the Palisades Credit Union Park. The town also has many historical sites like the DeWint House and Stony Point Battlefield.
Conclusion
Ramapo has evolved from a small frontier town to a diverse New York suburb anchored by the railroad. Key aspects of its history include its origins with Dutch settlers and Native Americans, early town establishment, and railroad-fueled growth in the 19th century. Ramapo retains its cultural heritage today as a vibrant suburban community.
Quick Facts about Ramapo
| Population : | 138,356 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | New York (United States) |
| County : | Rockland County |
| Postal code : | 10901 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 845 |
| Area : | 160400000 km2 |
| Altitude : | 371 feet / 113 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1791 (233 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 09:47:18 (21st December 2024) |
| Population growth : | 8.5% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Ramapo is located at 41°8'28"N 74°10'7"W (41.1412100, -74.1684800).
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Official website of Ramapo
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Demographics
The population of Ramapo increased by 8.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 126,595 | - | census |
| 2011 | 127,975 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 129,276 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 130,663 | 1.06% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 131,845 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 133,530 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 134,553 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 135,609 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 136,739 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 137,406 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 138,356 | 0.69% | estimation process |
People born in Ramapo (3)
People born in Ramapo, including actor Rib Hillis, illustrator Julia Pierson Emmet, socialite Helen Morgan Hamilton, .
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Schools in Ramapo
College & universities near Ramapo, NY
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 186201 | Ramapo College of New Jersey | Mahwah (NJ) | 07430-1680 |
| 195058 | Rockland Community College | Suffern (NY) | 10901-3699 |
| 441609 | Yeshiva Shaarei Torah of Rockland | Suffern (NY) | 10901-4003 |
| 420343 | Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah | Mahwah (NJ) | 07430 |
| 128586 | Bais Binyomin Academy | Monsey (NY) | 10952 |
Stations (16)
Amtrak & bus stations near Ramapo, NY
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRT | Croton–Harmon station | 1 Croton Point Avenue | RAIL |
| YNY | Yonkers station | 5 Buena Vista Ave. | RAIL |
| NRO | New Rochelle station | 1 Railroad Plaza | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Ramapo
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hillburn Post Office | Hillburn (NY) | 10931 |
| Sloatsburg Post Office | Sloatsburg (NY) | 10974 |
| Suffern Post Office | Suffern (NY) | 10901 |
| Tuxedo Park Post Office | Tuxedo Park (NY) | 10987 |
| Mahwah Carrier Annex Post Office | Mahwah (NJ) | 07430 |
Other cities in Rockland County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rockland County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New City | 33,559 | Census designated place in New York |
| Monsey | 18,412 | Census-designated place in Rockland County, New York |
| Nanuet | 17,882 | City in Clarkstown, New York, United States of America |
| Pearl River | 15,876 | Census-designated place in Rockland County, New York |
| Haverstraw | 12,900 | Town in New York |
| Stony Point | 12,147 | Town in Rockland County, New York, United States |
| Suffern | 10,970 | Village in New York, United States |
| West Haverstraw | 10,167 | City in Rockland County, New York, United States of America |
| Valley Cottage | 9,107 | Census-designated place in Rockland County, New York |
| New Square | 9,014 | City in Rockland County, New York, United States of America |
| Airmont | 8,767 | City in Rockland County, New York, United States of America |
| Congers | 8,363 | Census-designated place in Rockland County, New York |
| Chestnut Ridge | 8,158 | Town in Rockland County, New York, USA |
| Hillcrest | 7,558 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Nyack | 7,133 | Village in New York |
| Mount Ivy | 6,878 | Census-designated place in Rockland County, New York |
Distance to Other Cities
Ramapo distances to largest New York cities
