West Haverstraw is a village located in the town of Haverstraw in Rockland County, New York. It is located along the Hudson River and is about 35 miles away from New York City.

According to the United States Census Bureau, as of 2000 West Haverstraw has a population of more than 10,000 residents. The village has a total area of 1.5 square miles. It is located at a slight elevation of over 100 feet above sea level.

The racial demographics of West Haverstraw are 64.85% White, 12.80% African American, 0.55% Native American, 4.15% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 12.67% from other races, and 4.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any make up 30.37% of the population.

West Haverstraw has more than 3,500 households. The median income for a household in the village is $48,420, and the median income for a family is $55,964.

West Haverstraw is home to major locations such as Haverstraw Marina and Helen Hayes Hospital.