Yonkers, New York
Yonkers: The second most populous city in Westchester County, New York.
About
Yonkers is a city located in the county of Westchester in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 195,976 and a population density of 3,728 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 200,040 inhabitants.
The city was created 380 years ago in 1645.
Yonkers is a city located in Westchester County, New York directly north of Manhattan. With a population of 200,000, it is New York's fourth most populous city.
History and Origins
Yonkers was originally settled by the Dutch in the 1600s before becoming an industrial city. It later transitioned into a residential commuter hub.
Key historical facts:
- Settled in 1646 and incorporated as a city in 1872
- Served as an industrial and manufacturing center in the 19th century
- Home to significant immigrant populations throughout its history
- Urban decline occurred in the 1960s and 70s before revitalizing
Economy and Major Industries
Today, major sectors include education, healthcare, retail, technology, and manufacturing. Top employers are:
- Con Edison energy utility
- NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital
- Empire City Casino/MGM Resorts
- Yonkers Public School District
Attractions and Things to Do
Popular attractions include:
- Getty Square downtown with shopping and dining
- Historic homes like Philipse Manor Hall
- The Science Barge sustainable agriculture center
- Untermyer Park and Gardens
- Saw Mill River Parkway for recreation
Yonkers provides a mix of education, culture, commerce, and natural scenery.
Quick Facts about Yonkers
| Population | 200,040 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Westchester County |
| Phone Area Codes | 914 |
| Area | 52.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.9312,-73.8988 |
| Altitude | 82 feet / 25 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1646 (380 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:07:01 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 10701 |
| Density | 3,805 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 61℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Yonkers is located at 40°55'52"N 73°53'56"W (40.9312100, -73.8987500).
Yonkers map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 61.
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Demographics
The population of Yonkers increased by 2.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 195,976 | - | census |
| 2011 | 197,584 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 198,057 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 198,769 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 199,367 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 199,667 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 200,077 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 199,873 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 199,883 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 200,370 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 200,040 | -0.16% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Yonkers
1Untermyer Park and Gardens
945 N Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701, United States View details
Phone: +19146134502 | Website available
2Tibbetts Brook Park
355 Midland Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704, United States View details
Phone: +19142312865 | Website available
3LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester
LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 39 Fitzgerald Street, Yonkers, NY 10710, United States View details
Phone: +18447409223 | Website available
4Sprain Ridge Park
149 Jackson Ave, Yonkers, NY 10706, United States View details
Phone: +19142313450 | Website available
5iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Westchester
849 Ridge Hill Boulevard, Yonkers, NY 10710, United States View details
Phone: +19144494359 | Website available
Where to Eat in Yonkers
1Empire City Casino
810 Yonkers Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704, United States View details
Phone: +19149684200 | Website available
2LongHorn Steakhouse
9055 Xavier Dr, Yonkers, NY 10704, United States View details
Phone: +19149633491 | Website available
3La Lanterna Restaurant & Beer Garden
23 Gray Oaks Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710, United States View details
Phone: +19144763060 | Website available
Where to Stay in Yonkers
1Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers
7000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY 10704, United States View details
Phone: +19143771400 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Yonkers
1Yonkers City Hall
40 S Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Phone: +19143776000 | Website available
2City of Yonkers
40 S Broadway Room 311, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Phone: +19143776270 | Website available
3Getty Square Printing
25 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY 10701, United States View details
4Yonkers Mayor's Office
40 S Broadway # 200, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Phone: +19143776300 | Website available
5Yonkers City Hall
40 S Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Website available
6Yonkers City Personnel Office
40 S Broadway #116, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Phone: +19143776176 | Website available
7Liam McLaughlin City Council President
454 Saw Mill River Rd, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
8City Council Office
40 S Broadway # 407, Yonkers, NY 10701 View details
Phone: +19143776311 | Website available
People born in Yonkers (199)
People born in Yonkers, including biochemist John Howard Northrop, Nobel Prize-winning medical researcher Daniel Carleton Gajdusek, screenwriter Scott A. Williams, .
More notable people
- Jon Voight (American actor) he was born in 29/12/1938
- James Comey (American lawyer and the seventh director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)) he was born in 14/12/1960
- Irene Stegun (American mathematician) she was born in 09/02/1919
- Mark Blount (American professional basketball player) he was born in 30/11/1975
- Tommy Dreamer (American professional wrestler and promoter) he was born in 13/02/1971
- Lawrence Ferlinghetti (American artist, writer and activist) he was born in 24/03/1919
- Jim Cronin (American primatologist) he was born in 15/11/1951
- Adam Rodríguez (American actor) he was born in 02/04/1975
- Eddie Bert (American musician) he was born in 16/05/1922
- Alec John Such (American musician) he was born in 14/11/1951
- Shadow Wilson (American jazz drummer (1919-1959)) he was born in 25/09/1919
- Steve Meretzky (American video game designer) he was born in 01/05/1957
- Ronald J. Garan (American astronaut) he was born in 30/10/1961
- Winnaretta Singer (American socialite) she was born in 08/01/1865
- Jadakiss (American rapper from New York) he was born in 27/05/1975
- Gladwyn Kingsley Noble (U.S. zoologist and herpetologist (1894–1940)) he was born in 20/09/1894
- Richard Yates (Novelist, short story writer) he was born in 03/02/1926
- Vincent Richards (US tennis player) he was born in 20/03/1903
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Yonkers, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 193399 | College of Mount Saint Vincent | Bronx (NY) | 10471-1093 |
| 190071 | Cochran School of Nursing | Yonkers (NY) | 10701 |
| 431983 | Yeshiva of the Telshe Alumni | Riverdale (NY) | 10471-2897 |
| 192703 | Manhattan College | Riverdale (NY) | 10471-4098 |
| 193380 | Montefiore School of Nursing | Mount Vernon (NY) | 10550-2009 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Yonkers, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YNY | Yonkers station | 5 Buena Vista Ave. | RAIL |
| NRO | New Rochelle station | 1 Railroad Plaza | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
| CRT | Croton–Harmon station | 1 Croton Point Avenue | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Yonkers.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Yonker Post Office | Yonkers (NY) | 10701 |
| Yonkers South Post Office | Yonkers (NY) | 10705 |
| Alpin Post Office | Alpine (NJ) | 07620 |
| Riverdal Post Office | Bronx (NY) | 10471 |
| Woodlawn Post Office | Bronx (NY) | 10470 |
Other cities in Westchester County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Westchester County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Greenburgh | 90,543 | Town |
| New Rochelle | 80,973 | A city in Westchester County, New York. |
| Mount Vernon | 68,628 | The most populous city in Westchester County, New York. |
| White Plains | 58,286 | The most populous city in Westchester County, New York. |
| Rye | 46,100 | A town in Westchester County, New York. |
| Ossining | 37,551 | Town in Westchester County, New York, United States |
| Yorktown | 35,988 | Town in New York |
| Spring Valley | 32,258 | Village in New York, United States |
| Mamaroneck | 29,343 | Town in Westchester County, New York |
| Harrison | 28,959 | Community (coterminous town-village) in Westchester County, New York |
| Port Chester | 28,857 | Village in Westchester County, New York |
| Peekskill | 24,087 | City in Westchester County, New York, United States |
| Somers | 21,476 | Town in New York, US |
| Scarsdale | 17,785 | Town and village in Westchester County, New York, United States |
| Bedford | 17,450 | Town in Westchester County, New York, United States |
| Lewisboro | 12,417 | City in Westchester County, New York, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Yonkers distances to largest New York cities