Peekskill, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
25,484 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,042 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$376,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,144 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 26
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 7 37
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 7 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (33%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, NY State Senate District 40, NY Assembly District 95, NY
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Schools

Peekskill Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Peekskill High School
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Oakside School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Woodside School
<1 miles, S
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Peekskill
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Hudson Valley Hospital Center
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Northern Westchester Hospital
12 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
35 miles, S • 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
43 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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