Buchanan, NY is a small village of only 2,236 people located in Westchester County. It has a population density of 1,619 people per square mile, which is much lower than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. The village's local businesses include the Buchanan Lumber & Rent-All Company, a family owned hardware store and rental center; Luker's Bakery, offering traditional treats and delicious baked goods; and Orchardside Produce Market, with locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Year-round outdoor activities in Buchanan include fishing at Wappinger Creek, skiing at Thunder Ridge Ski Area, and hiking along nearby trails. Other organizations in the region include the Hillside Fire Company, dedicated to providing fire protection services for Buchanan residents since 1874; the Hudson Valley Youth Orchestra; and the Van Wyck Reading Room Association. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy watching high school football games at Hendrick Hudson High School's football field or take part in youth soccer tournaments held throughout the year.
The population in Buchanan is 2,236. There are 1,635 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Buchanan is 41.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Buchanan is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Buchanan
- 55.3% are married
- 8.8% are divorced
- 41.0% are married with children
- 7.7% have children, but are single
Race in Buchanan
- 75.1% are White
- 3.0% are Black
- 1.8% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 16.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander