Washington Heights (South) vs Washington Heights (North)
Washington Heights (South) (Manhattan) and Washington Heights (North) (Manhattan), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Washington Heights (South) scores higher on Transit and Families; Washington Heights (North) leads on Schools and Safety. Overall they're 92% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Washington Heights (South) | Washington Heights (North) |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 37/100 | 39/100 (leads) |
| Families | 81/100 (leads) | 73/100 |
| Affordability | 20/100 | 23/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 30/100 | 48/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 76/100 (leads) | 75/100 |
| Transit | 68/100 (leads) | 56/100 |
| Safety | 23/100 | 28/100 (leads) |
| Health | 1/100 (leads) | 0/100 |
| Activities | 81/100 (leads) | 75/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Washington Heights (South) | Washington Heights (North) |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 34–36 min (leads) | 39–41 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 42–44 min (leads) | 46–47 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 39–40 min (leads) | 44–45 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 42–44 min (leads) | 47–49 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 48–50 min (leads) | 53–56 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 48–49 min (leads) | 51–53 min |
| To Long Island City | 40–42 min (leads) | 45–47 min |
| To Jamaica | 65–67 min (leads) | 69–71 min |
| To Flushing | 63–65 min (leads) | 68–71 min |
| To Fordham | 30–33 min | 28–31 min (leads) |
Typical transit and walking time, leaving between 7:30 and 9:00 a.m. on a weekday, from each neighborhood's population center; the shorter trip leads. From MTA, NYC DOT and NYC Ferry schedules, so no delays or crowding. Streets © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Washington Heights (South) or Washington Heights (North) better for families?
- Washington Heights (South) and Washington Heights (North) each suit different families. Washington Heights (South) leads on Transit, Families, and Activities, while Washington Heights (North) leads on Schools, Safety, and Affordability. What's "better" depends on what you prioritize — safety, schools, affordability, or transit. Our neighborhood search can rank them by your own weights.
- How do Washington Heights (South) and Washington Heights (North) compare on safety and schools?
- Washington Heights (South): 23/100 safety, 30/100 schools. Washington Heights (North): 28/100 safety, 48/100 schools.
- Are Washington Heights (South) and Washington Heights (North) similar neighborhoods?
- They're 92% similar across the nine signals we score. Washington Heights (South) stands out on Transit, Families, and Activities.
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