Pleasant Valley Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
9,790 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$112,905 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$345,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,100 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,769 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dutchess County
2
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

Dutchess County
1
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 23
Feb 3 12 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 9 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, NY State Senate District 41, NY Assembly District 106, NY
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Schools

Ridge School
3 miles, NE
Netherwood School
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Dutchess Community College
6 miles, W • 1.9 star
Culinary Institute of America
7 miles, W • 2.3 star
Vassar College
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Vassar Brothers Medical Center
9 miles, W • 1.4 star
Northern Dutchess Hospital
13 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
49 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bradley International Airport
59 miles, E • 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
59 miles, SE • 1 star
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