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Jefferson Heights

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Jefferson Heights is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) located in Greene County, New York. It lies within the town of Catskill, northwest of the village of Catskill. In 2020, the population was 1,122. Jefferson Heights offers a peaceful, sparse suburban environment with a mix of housing options. While specific economic data for Jefferson Heights is limited, it benefits from its proximity to larger economic hubs. The former Greene County Memorial Hospital is now a medical arts facility. Route 23 and Interstate 87 provide transportation links. Historically, the Grant House, a prominent hotel in the region, was located on the southern edge of Jefferson Heights. The area is known for its access to the Catskill region and the Hudson River, offering a blend of small-town living and natural beauty.

Jefferson Heights, New York

Overview

Classification: Hamlet/CDP
FIPS Code: 36-38451
Country: United States
County: Greene County

Geography

Region: Southeastern New York
Elevation: 177 ft
Total Area: 1.5 sq mi
Land Area: 1.47 sq mi
Water Area: 0.02 sq mi
Latitude: 42.23528
Longitude: -73.87611
Climate: Humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters.
Notable Features: Catskill Creek · Hans Vosen Kill
Neighboring Areas: Catskill (village) · Leeds

Demographics

Population (2020): 1,122
Est. Population (2026): 1,216
Median Age: 50
Median Income: $68,775
Poverty Rate: 14.94%
Owner-Occupied: 56.7%
Racial & Ethnic Composition: The racial composition of Jefferson Heights includes 71.98% White, 13.34% Black or African American, 10.57% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian and multiracial populations.

Governance

Government Type: CDP (part of the Town of Catskill)
Governing Body: Town of Catskill Town Board
School District: Catskill Central School District
Municipal Services: Police (Greene County Sheriff) · Fire (volunteer) · Local services provided by the Town of Catskill

U.S. Congress

Schumer, Charles E.

Schumer, Charles E.D

U.S. Representative

Gillibrand, Kirsten E.

Gillibrand, Kirsten E.D

U.S. Representative

LaLota, Nick

U.S. Representative - District 1

Garbarino, Andrew R.

Garbarino, Andrew R.R

U.S. Representative - District 2

Suozzi, Thomas R.

Suozzi, Thomas R.D

U.S. Representative - District 3

Gillen, Laura

U.S. Representative - District 4

Meeks, Gregory W.

Meeks, Gregory W.D

U.S. Representative - District 5

Meng, Grace

U.S. Representative - District 6

Velázquez, Nydia M.

Velázquez, Nydia M.D

U.S. Representative - District 7

Jeffries, Hakeem S.

Jeffries, Hakeem S.D

U.S. Representative - District 8

Clarke, Yvette D.

Clarke, Yvette D.D

U.S. Representative - District 9

Goldman, Daniel S.

Goldman, Daniel S.D

U.S. Representative - District 10

Malliotakis, Nicole

Malliotakis, NicoleR

U.S. Representative - District 11

Nadler, Jerrold

Nadler, JerroldD

U.S. Representative - District 12

Espaillat, Adriano

Espaillat, AdrianoD

U.S. Representative - District 13

Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria

Ocasio-Cortez, AlexandriaD

U.S. Representative - District 14

Torres, Ritchie

Torres, RitchieD

U.S. Representative - District 15

Latimer, George

Latimer, GeorgeD

U.S. Representative - District 16

Lawler, Michael

Lawler, MichaelR

U.S. Representative - District 17

Ryan, Patrick

U.S. Representative - District 18

Riley, Josh

U.S. Representative - District 19

Tonko, Paul

U.S. Representative - District 20

Stefanik, Elise M.

Stefanik, Elise M.R

U.S. Representative - District 21

Mannion, John W.

Mannion, John W.D

U.S. Representative - District 22

Langworthy, Nicholas A.

Langworthy, Nicholas A.R

U.S. Representative - District 23

Tenney, Claudia

Tenney, ClaudiaR

U.S. Representative - District 24

Morelle, Joseph D.

Morelle, Joseph D.D

U.S. Representative - District 25

Kennedy, Timothy M.

Kennedy, Timothy M.D

U.S. Representative - District 26

Economy

Unemployment Rate: 2.6%
Economic Profile: Residential · Suburban
Employment Sectors: Healthcare · Retail · Services
Major Employers: Local businesses · Healthcare providers

Education

Schools: 4
School Districts: Catskill Central School District

Infrastructure

Transportation: New York State Route 23 · Interstate 87 (New York State Thruway) · Greene County Transit
Utilities: Municipal water (likely through Town of Catskill) · Power (Central Hudson Gas & Electric) · Broadband
Major Facilities: Medical Arts Facility (former Greene County Memorial Hospital)

Recreation

Outdoor Access: Yes
Major Recreation Areas: Catskill Mountains · Hudson River · Mawignack Preserve
Parks & Trails: Local parks and trails within the Town of Catskill

History

Named After: Likely named for Thomas Jefferson
Historical Significance: A small community in Greene County with a history tied to the larger Town of Catskill and the surrounding Catskill region.
Key Events: Establishment as a hamlet within the Town of Catskill · Operation of the Grant House hotel in the 19th century · Location of the Greene County Memorial Hospital (now a medical facility)