Red Hook, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,119 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,022 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$344,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,125 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$988 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 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 4 17 21
Feb 3 16 24
Mar 4 12 32
Apr 4 3 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 5 0 64
Jul 5 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 4 3 38
Dec 4 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 7%

Schools

Linden Avenue Middle School
<1 miles, NW 3.2 star
Red Hook Senior High School
<1 miles, NW 5 star
Mill Road-Intermediate Grades
2 miles, NE 3.7 star

Colleges

Bard College
2 miles, NW 1.9 star
Columbia-Greene Community College
16 miles, NE 1.9 star
Ulster County Community College
16 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Northern Dutchess Hospital
5 miles, SW 4.1 star
Columbia Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NE 1.4 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
52 miles, NE 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
61 miles, SE 2.8 star
Westchester County Airport
65 miles, S 1.4 star