West Haverstraw New York Map

About West Haverstraw, New York

West Haverstraw is a locality in Rockland County, New York, United States. It has a population of 10,711. The population density is 2711.6 people per km². West Haverstraw is located at 41.2095°N, 73.9854°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 10993.

West Haverstraw rests where the land gently slopes toward the broad, forgiving expanse of the Hudson River. It lies 4.3 miles north of New City, NY (from New City, NY: bearing 3°T), and is situated 7.2 miles west-north-west of Ossining. The character of West Haverstraw is one of quiet resilience, a place where the gritty industrial past whispers in the rust-colored hues of aging brick and the sturdy, practical lines of its homes. The air here often carries the faint, salty tang of the river, mingling with the scent of pine from the higher ground and the earthy aroma of soil that has seen generations of cultivation. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, seems to pool on the asphalt and paint the weathered facades of buildings with a warm, transient glow, as if the very light itself is a resident. The history of West Haverstraw is intrinsically tied to the river and the industries that once thrived along its banks. For a significant period, its economy was shaped by quarrying and manufacturing, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy infrastructure and a workforce accustomed to diligent labor. This industrious spirit still subtly animates the place, even as the landscape has softened and new businesses, like those catering to the needs of a growing suburban population, have taken root. The proximity to the river is a constant, a visual and environmental anchor, offering both a historical connection to trade and transportation and a present-day amenity for recreation and contemplation.

About This West Haverstraw Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of West Haverstraw, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.209539, -73.985418. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on West Haverstraw and Rockland County.

Detailed location data for West Haverstraw includes the ZIP code (10993), telephone area code (914), county seat of Rockland County (New City), and school district assignment (Haverstraw-Stony Point Central School District (North Rockland)). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct West Haverstraw is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.