Mount Vernon, New York
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| Mount Vernon, New York | |
|---|---|
| Name | Mount Vernon |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | The City of Homes |
| Pushpin label | Mount Vernon |
| Coordinates | 40, 54, 47, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | New York |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Westchester |
| Established title | Settled |
| Established date | 1664 |
| Established title1 | Incorporated (village) |
| Established date1 | 1853 |
| Established title2 | Incorporated (city) |
| Established date2 | 1892 |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Shawyn Patterson-Howard |
| Area total sq mi | 4.41 |
| Area land sq mi | 4.37 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.04 |
| Elevation ft | 108 |
| Population total | 73,893 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density sq mi | auto |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Codes |
| Postal code | 10550, 10552, 10553 |
| Area code | 914 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 36-49121 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 0957778 |
| Website | https://www.cmvny.com/ |
Mount Vernon, New York is a city located in southern Westchester County, bordering the northern edge of the New York City borough of the Bronx. It is an inner suburb of New York City, known for its dense residential neighborhoods and significant historical architecture. The city operates under a mayor-council government and is a key commercial and transportation hub within the New York metropolitan area.
History
The area was originally part of the Manor of Fordham, a patroonship granted to John Archer by Dutch authorities in the 17th century. Following the British takeover, it became farmland, with a pivotal 1851 real estate development by John Stevens and John W. Rhinelander leading to its 1853 incorporation as a village within the town of Eastchester. Rapid growth, fueled by the arrival of the New York and Harlem Railroad and later the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, prompted its 1892 charter as a city. Notable residents have included Dick Clark, Sidney Poitier, and Art Carney, and the city was the site of a significant 1980 clash between the Black Panther Party and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.4 square miles, of which 4.4 square miles is land and 0.04 square miles is water. It is bordered by the Bronx to the south, Pelham to the east, Bronxville and Tuckahoe to the north, and Yonkers to the west. The Hutchinson River flows along part of its eastern boundary, and the city's terrain is relatively flat, typical of the coastal plain region.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 73,893, making it the eighth-most populous city in New York outside of New York City. The racial and ethnic composition is predominantly African American, with significant Hispanic or Latino and White populations. The population density is among the highest in Westchester County, reflecting its urban character and proximity to New York City.
Economy
Mount Vernon serves as a retail and service center for southern Westchester, with major commercial corridors along Gramatan Avenue and Sandford Boulevard. Historically, it was home to manufacturing firms like the Snow Crop Marketers and the F. W. Woolworth Company. While manufacturing has declined, the economy now features healthcare providers like Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital, educational institutions such as The College of New Rochelle's School of Nursing, and numerous small businesses. The city is also a residential base for commuters to Manhattan.
Government and infrastructure
Mount Vernon operates under a mayor-council government led by Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard and a six-member City Council. Essential services are provided by the Mount Vernon Police Department and the Mount Vernon Fire Department. The city is served by the Metro-North Railroad's Harlem Line at the Mount Vernon East and Fleetwood stations, and by several Bee-Line Bus System routes. Major roadways include the Cross County Parkway, the Hutchinson River Parkway, and Interstate 95.
Culture and recreation
The city is noted for its historic architecture, including the Mount Vernon City Hall, designed by Oscar Wenderoth, and the St. Paul's Church National Historic Site, a key site from the Great Awakening. Cultural institutions include the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden and the Mount Vernon Public Library, one of the first in Westchester. Recreational spaces feature Brush Park, Wilson's Woods Park, and the Hutchinson River Parkway Reservation. The city has a rich musical heritage, being the hometown of Sean Combs, and hosts annual events like the Mount Vernon Halloween Parade.
Category:Cities in New York (state) Category:Westchester County, New York Category:Populated places established in 1853