Harlem

The area’s main artery, 125th Street, is home to the iconic Apollo Theater as well as chain stores and restaurants.

Overview for Harlem, NY

205,684 people live in Harlem, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $39,133. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

205,684

Total Population

36 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,133

Average individual Income

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Around Harlem, NY

There's plenty to do around Harlem, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

95
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
70
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cafe 9, Garment District, and International Martial Arts Of New York.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 3.61 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.93 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.12 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.35 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.71 miles 21 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.71 miles 38 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Harlem, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Harlem. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Harlem, NY

Harlem has 80,594 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Harlem do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 205,684 people call Harlem home. The population density is 114,381.554 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

205,684

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36

Median Age

47.55 / 52.45%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
80,594

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$39,133

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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