New Square
New Square, founded in 1954 by Hasidic Jews from Eastern Europe, has 8,553 residents. It's one of the few all-Hasidic villages in the United States, characterized by high population density, a Yiddish-speaking community, and strict adherence to traditional Jewish customs.
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Buying a Home in New Square
As a village within Ramapo, residents pay both village and town taxes — two separate local government bills, plus the county and school district taxes. Before comparing prices to nearby hamlets, factor in the additional village tax bill, which can add $1,500–4,000/year on a typical home.
Coach USA express bus; drive to Spring Valley Metro-North
- Drive to Spring Valley Metro-North (~15 min)
- Coach USA to Port Authority (~65 min)
Estimated door-to-door: 65–80 min to Midtown during peak hours. Full transportation guide →
East Ramapo Central has been under New York State oversight since 2015, when a state monitor was appointed following concerns about fiscal management and educational equity. The district has faced ongoing tension between its public school students and a large private school community, with resource allocation at the center of longstanding disputes. Families with school-age children should research current conditions, school performance data, and district finances before deciding.
District data: enrollment, test scores, spending →Parks in New Square
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New Square at a Glance
New Square is served by the East Ramapo Central School District school district.
New Square has a population of approximately 8,553 residents.
The median home value in New Square is $400,000.
The median household income in New Square is $23,000.
Population and housing figures from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Find Contractors in New Square
Browse licensed home improvement contractors based in and around New Square. All listed contractors are licensed by Rockland County.