Sparkill

Sparkill, with 1,565 residents, is home to St. Thomas Aquinas College and several historic sites, including the Sparkill Union Arts Center. The hamlet is located along Sparkill Creek and offers a blend of educational institutions and historic landmarks.

1,565
Population
$95,000
Median income
Below county median
$450,000
Median home

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As an unincorporated hamlet within Orangetown, residents pay county, town, and school district taxes — no separate village tax. This often makes hamlets less expensive to own than equivalent villages nearby.

Commuting to NYC

TZx bus or Coach USA; easy bridge access

  • TZx → Tarrytown Metro-North → Grand Central (~65 min)
  • Coach USA to Port Authority (~50 min)

Estimated door-to-door: 50–70 min to Midtown during peak hours. Full transportation guide →

South Orangetown is a small, high-performing district serving Blauvelt, Orangeburg, Tappan, Sparkill, Piermont, and Palisades. Consistently strong test scores, high graduation rates, and a tight-knit school community.

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Sparkill at a Glance

What school district is Sparkill in?

Sparkill is served by the South Orangetown Central School District school district.

What is the population of Sparkill, NY?

Sparkill has a population of approximately 1,565 residents.

What is the median home value in Sparkill, NY?

The median home value in Sparkill is $450,000.

What is the median household income in Sparkill?

The median household income in Sparkill is $95,000.

Population and housing figures from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

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