Poughkeepsie, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
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Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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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
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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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
31,778
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
31.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,050
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$259,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$961
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,143
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.0%
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 | 15 | 24 |
| Feb | 3 | 11 | 27 |
| Mar | 4 | 9 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 9 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 18, NY State Senate District 39, NY Assembly District 104, NYSchools
Poughkeepsie High School
<1 miles, E
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4.6
Poughkeepsie Middle School
<1 miles, SE
•
1
Smith Early Learning Center
<1 miles, E
Tabernacle Christian Academy
<1 miles, W
•
5
Colleges
Vassar College
1 miles, SE
•
3.7
Marist College
2 miles, N
•
3.7
Dutchess Community College
2 miles, NE
•
1.9
Culinary Institute of America
4 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
<1 miles, W
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1.4
St Luke's Cornwall Hospital
14 miles, SW
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3.2
Healthalliance Hospital Marys Avenue Campus
16 miles, N
Healthalliance Hospital Broadway Campus
16 miles, N
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2.3
Airports
New York Stewart International Airport
16 miles, SW
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1
Westchester County Airport
45 miles, S
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1.4
Tweed-New Haven Airport
61 miles, SE
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1
Laguardia Airport
63 miles, S
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4.6