Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
18%
Highland Falls
Highland Falls, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,881
Population
3,856
Renter Mix
55% Rent
Delight in the small-town atmosphere and surrounding natural beauty
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Quaint
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Mountain Views
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Lush
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Historic
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Military-Friendly
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Stretched along the Hudson River, Highland Falls is a small village just outside the gates of the United States Military Academy. Quintessential small-town fixtures like quaint shops lining Main Street and a strong sense of community define Highland Falls, along with its close proximity to West Point.
Home to the West Point History Museum, Highland Falls offers residents and visitors the opportunity to learn more about the United States Army, warfare, and weapons. Gorgeous scenery lends to unparalleled views in Highland Falls, as well as plenty of options for outdoor recreation with Bear Mountain State Park and Storm King State Park nearby. A close community in Highland Falls is bonded by a range of events, including the popular Fall Foliage Festival and Fourth of July festivities. New York City is just 50 miles south of Highland Falls—perfect for day trips and weekend getaways.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$102,338
Average: $110,761
Education
1,387
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,093
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Highland Falls has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
55%
Non-Renters
45%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
31%
Other Education
69%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Highland Falls, NY is $1,872 for one bedroom, and $2,000 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Highland Falls has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,872/month
793 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Highland Falls, NY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Highland Falls Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
334 Students
Highland Falls Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
334 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Trailside Museums and Zoo
- Bear Mountain State Park
- Anthony Wayne Recreation Area
- Storm King State Park
- Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary
Airports
- New York Stewart International
- Westchester County
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.