Union Vale Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,581 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$467,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,145 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,402 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 2 14 23
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 4 7 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 8 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 5%

Schools

Vail Farm Elementary School
4 miles, SW 3.7 star
Union Vale Middle School
4 miles, SW 2.8 star
Arlington High School
6 miles, W 5 star

Colleges

Vassar College
10 miles, W 3.7 star
Dutchess Community College
11 miles, NW 1.9 star
Marist College
12 miles, NW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Vassar Brothers Medical Center
12 miles, W 1.4 star
Sharon Hospital
17 miles, NE 5 star
Northern Dutchess Hospital
20 miles, N 4.1 star
St Luke's Cornwall Hospital
21 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
44 miles, SW 1.4 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
52 miles, SE 1 star
Bradley International Airport
55 miles, E 2.8 star