Goshen, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,751 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,464 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$383,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,340 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,450 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 25
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 7 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 8 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 5%

Schools

St John School
<1 miles, NE
Cj Hooker Middle School
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Goshen Intermediate School
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Beauty School of Middletown
6 miles, NW 1 star
Orange County Community College
6 miles, NW 1.9 star
Uta Mesivta of Kiryas Joel
10 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Orange Regional Medical Center
3 miles, N 4.1 star
St Anthony Community Hospital
10 miles, SW 3.2 star
St Luke's Cornwall Hospital
18 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
40 miles, SE 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
49 miles, S 4.6 star