Nyack, NY is a village located in Rockland County and has a population of 6,765 as of the 2010 United States Census. It is known for its vibrant downtown area and close proximity to New York City, making it a popular destination for commuters. As such, the area offers numerous transportation options with easy access into the city.
Public transportation options include Metro-North trains from Grand Central Station that run directly into Nyack, buses operated by Rockland Transportations that run throughout the county, MTA bus service that connects Nyack to other parts of the county and Tappan ZEExpress which provides express bus services between Rockland County and Manhattan. For those who wish to drive in or out of Nyack there are several highways including Route 9W and I-87/287 Expressway which provide convenient access to New York City and other parts of the state. Additionally, there are multiple taxi services available in Nyack to take residents around town or to nearby towns.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Nyack takes 29.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Nyack get to work:
- 72.3% drive their own car alone
- 3.3% carpool with others
- 3.5% work from home
- 11.3% take mass transit