Wappinger Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
28,203 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,226 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$361,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$945 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,423 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.7% 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 3 13 24
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 9 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 8 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 4%

Schools

Roy C Ketcham Senior High School
<1 miles, N 5 star
Myers Corners School
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star
James S Evans Elementary School
1 miles, NW 2.3 star
Wappingers Junior High School
1 miles, NW 2.3 star

Colleges

Vassar College
7 miles, N 3.7 star
Mount Saint Mary College
8 miles, W 3.2 star
Dutchess Community College
10 miles, N 1.9 star
Marist College
10 miles, N 3.7 star

Hospitals

Vassar Brothers Medical Center
8 miles, N 1.4 star
St Luke's Cornwall Hospital
9 miles, W 3.2 star
Putnam Hospital Center
18 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
37 miles, S 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
56 miles, S 4.6 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
57 miles, SE 1 star