Apartments for rent in Harriman, NY

The small town of Harriman, New York is home to just under 3,000 people. The town's population, at an average age of just over 34, is decidedly younger than most cities in New York. The majority of Harriman residents own their homes, and 44% of residents rent. The average rent for Harriman is $183/month more than the state average.

Harriman has a relatively high percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 8% possess a Master's or a Doctorate. Furthermore, 18% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. There are plenty of industries from which to choose in Harriman, the most common four of which are retail, healthcare, education, and entertainment. Combined, these industries account for 32% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in sales, as 13% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of about $98,000, Harriman workers take home about $17,000 more than the average New York resident. The town's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Averaging about 41 minutes, Harriman's commute time is slower than the state average of about 38 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the typical mode of getting to work, selected by 46% of residents, while public transportation is used by only 8% of the town. Walking (2%) isn't a common way to get to work, though the number does exceed the national average.