Livability Score

76
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities B

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (3) F
Mystic Cafe
Coffee Shop
All Shook Up
Coffee Shop
The Crafted Kup
Coffee Shop
Poughkeepsie Grind
Coffee Shop
The Coffee Bean Cafe
Coffee Shop
Express
Coffee Shop
The Retreat
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Underground Coffee & Ales
Coffee Shop
Bagels & Bites
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (8) A+
Clinton House
Museum
Fall Kill Clay Works
Theatre Arts
Barrett Art Center
Art Gallery
The Chance Theater
Theatre Arts
Bardavon
Theatre Arts
Cunneen-Hackett Cultural Center
Theatre Arts
Juliet Theatre
Theatre Arts
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center
Theatre Arts
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
Museum
Powerhouse Theater
Theatre Arts
Susan Stein Shiva Theater
Theatre Arts
Locust Grove Estate
Museum
Overlook Drive In Theater
Cinema
Laugh It Up Comedy Club
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (5) D-
Camaria Deli
Deli
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Smith Street Hot Dogs
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Dunkin' Donuts
Fast Food
Schatzi's
Bar
BurgerFi
Fast Food
K&D Deli Sandwich Company
Deli
Domino's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Sweets
Burger King
Fast Food
Quiznos
Fast Food
Highland Liquors
Alcohol
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Smoothie King
Fast Food
Fitness (0) F
Planet Fitness
Gym
Groceries (5) B
Tropical Fresh
Grocery Store
Associated Supermarket
Grocery Store
Casa Latina
Grocery Store
Roy's Tropical & American Food Store
Grocery Store
Alex Food and Grocery II
Grocery Store
Super Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Price Chopper
Grocery Store
Super Stop & Shop
Grocery Store
Adams Fairacre Farms
Grocery Store
Hannaford
Grocery Store
ShopRite
Grocery Store
Sweetbakes Cafe
Bakery
Pavero Cold Storage
Grocery Store
Parks (25) A+
Bartlett Park
Park
Reservoir Square Park
Park
Clinton House State Historic Site
Park
Springside
Park
Pershing Avenue Park
Park
Eastman Park
Park
King Street Park
Park
Lincoln Center Park
Park
Field
Park
Vassar Field
Park
Prentiss Field Sports Complex
Park
Kaal Rock Park
Park
Wheaton Park
Park
Dongan Place
Park
College Hill Park
Park
Dongan Place
Park
Victor C. Waryas Park
Park
Crestwood Park
Park
Victor C. Waryas Park
Park
Pulaski Park
Park
Upper Landing Park
Park
Walkway over the Hudson State Historic Park
Park
Morgan Lake Park
Park
Ballentine Field
Park
Locust Grove
Park
Shops (11) C+
Family Dollar
Discount Store
La Poblanita
Convenience Store
Marianne's Floral Garden
Florist
Millenium Hair Design
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Hudson Retina
Optician
Poughkeepsie Uniform Center
Clothing
Zimmer Brothers
Fashion
The Dollar Yard
Discount Store
My Market
Convenience Store
Dreaming Goddess
Gift Shop
Morrison Jewelers
Fashion
Three Arts Bookstore
Books
House of Nutrition
Nutrition Supplements
The Barber Haus NY
Hairdresser
Mane & Clover
Hairdresser
Scruples
Clothing
Elizabeth's Boutique
Clothing
The Mens Room Barber Crew
Hairdresser
Big Lots
Department Store
Stewart's
Convenience Store
Stewart's
Convenience Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Catherine's Plus Sizes
Clothing
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 7.5% take public transportation in Poughkeepsie.
Public Transit Stops (29)
Stops & Stations A+
Forbus Street & Hooker Avenue
Bus Stop
South Cherry Street & Route 44/55 E
Bus Stop
Poughkeepsie High School
Bus Stop
Poughkeepsie Middle School
Bus Stop
Main Street & Clinton Street
Bus Stop
Main Street & Hamilton Street
Bus Stop
Worrall & Main Street
Bus Stop
Smith Street & Thompson Street
Bus Stop
Columbus Drive & Church Street East
Bus Stop
Mansion Street & Smith Street
Bus Stop
Doctor's Park
Bus Stop
Corlies Avenue & Mansion Street
Bus Stop
Main Street & Market Street
Bus Stop
Main Street & Columbus Drive
Bus Stop
Civic Center Plaza & Mansion
Bus Stop
Mansion & Washington Street
Bus Stop
Raymond & Fulton (Vassar College)
Bus Stop
Corlies Avenue & Emmot Place
Bus Stop
Main Street & North Clover Street
Bus Stop
Verrazano Boulevard & Washington Street
Bus Stop
Mill Street & Dongan Place
Bus Stop
Davies Place & Main Street
Bus Stop
Rip Van Winkle Apartments
Bus Stop
Vassar Campus
Bus Stop
Cedar Avenue & Arnold Boulevard
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
7.5% B
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie is 113/100 - which is 4% lower than New York.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime F

Poughkeepsie crime rates are 2,459 per 100k, which is 14% higher than New York
Property Crime
1,845 crimes per 100k C
Violent Crime
615 crimes per 100k F
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employment D+

The median income in Poughkeepsie is $47,008 - which is 23% lower than New York.
Med. Household Income
$47,008 F
Unemployment Rate
5.2% F
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (16)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Emstar
Ambulance Station
O H Booth Hose Company Number 2
Fire Station
Poughkeepsie Fire Department Lady Washington Company
Fire Station
Poughkeepsie Fire Department Niagara Company Number 2
Fire Station
Poughkeepsie Fire Station Number 7
Fire Station
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Smith Street Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Hospital
Mental Health America of Dutchess County
Clinic
Phoenix Hose Company Number 1
Fire Station
Pine Street Medical Building
Clinic
City of Poughkeepsie Police
Police
Family Smiles of The Hudson Valley
Dentist
City of Poughkeepsie Fire department
Fire Station
Dutchess County Sheriff
Police
Dr. Magdalena Goralczyk, endodontist
Doctor
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Hudson Valley Radiologists, P.C.
Doctor
Arlington Fire Station HQ
Fire Station
Dedicated Dental Studios of Poughkeepsie
Dentist
MidHudson Regional Hospital
Hospital
Town of Poughkeepsie Police
Police
Health Quest Home Care
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing B+

Poughkeepsie home prices are $204,000 - which is 29% lower than New York
Home Price
$204,000 B+
Home Appreciation Rate
5% B
Home Affordability
4.3x (home price to income ratio) D-
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schools C+

The Poughkeepsie graduation rate is 74% - which is 10% lower than New York
School Test Scores
47% F
High School Grad. Rates
74% D-
Elementary Schools (27) A+
Smith Early Learning Center
Tabernacle Christian Academy
Poughkeepsie Middle School
Gov George Clinton School
Warring Magnet Academy Of Science And Technology
G W Krieger School
Arthur S May School
Morse Young Magnet School
Columbus School
Poughkeepsie Seventh-Day Adventist Elem School
Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Wimpfheimer Nursery School
Orville A Todd Middle School
Violet Avenue School
Oakwood Friends School
Hagan School
Poughkeepsie Day School
Highland Elementary School
Highland Middle School
St Martin De Porres School
Overlook Primary School
Titusville Intermediate
Faith Christian Academy
Nassau School
Kinry Road Elementary School
High Schools (8) A+
Poughkeepsie High School
Tabernacle Christian Academy
Hawk Meadow Montessori School
Spackenkill High School
Oakwood Friends School
Poughkeepsie Day School
Faith Christian Academy
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ratings C+

Poughkeepsie has an overall rating of 66% from 9 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (8)
From AreaVibes D+
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Poughkeepsie, NY Area Guide

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Poughkeepsie Area Facts

  • Poughkeepsie has a Livability Score of 76/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Poughkeepsie crime rates are 14% higher than the New York average
  • Cost of living in Poughkeepsie is 4% lower than the New York average

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Great Attractions in Poughkeepsie, NY 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Poughkeepsie is a town that is filled with well-rounded activities that everyone in your family will enjoy. Whether you're looking for outdoor attractions or you want to learn more about the history of the city, here are a few things you can plan with your friends and family.

H ...Read More udson State Historic Park is a great place to take a stroll, and there's a long walkway on site that makes for a great outdoor workout. You can also Locust Grove Estate, which is a nature preserve and museum that teaches you more about the history of Poughkeepsie and surrounding areas. Sprout Creek Farm is another family-friendly location you can take advantage of if you want to see wild animals up close and in a safe environment.

If you want to see a play or opera, you can visit Bardavon Opera House, which offers quality seating the the opportunity to hear a variety of live music. The location also has a rich history and intricate architecture. Read Less
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      B Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Poughkeepsie? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Bartlett Park
      Reservoir Square Park
      Clinton House State Historic Site
      Springside
      Pershing Avenue Park
      Eastman Park
      King Street Park
      Lincoln Center Park

      Entertainment

      Clinton House
      Fall Kill Clay Works
      Barrett Art Center
      The Chance Theater
      Bardavon
      Cunneen-Hackett Cultural Center
      Juliet Theatre
      Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center

      Food & Drink

      Camaria Deli
      Subway
      McDonald's
      Smith Street Hot Dogs
      Little Caesars
      KFC
      Wendy's
      Taco Bell

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Poughkeepsie? Of all people who commute, 7.5% take public transportation in Poughkeepsie.
      Drive to Work
      65%

      11% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      8%

      2% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      7%

      4% higher than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Poughkeepsie? The cost of living in Poughkeepsie is 113/100 - which is 4% lower than New York.
      Poughkeepsie
      113

      13% more expensive than average

      New York
      117

      17% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Poughkeepsie? Poughkeepsie crime rates are 2,459, which are 14% higher than New York
      Total Crime
      2,459 per 100k people

      6% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 41

      6% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -3%

      Year over year crime is down

      D+ Employment

      What is the median income in Poughkeepsie? The median income in Poughkeepsie is $47,008 which is 23% lower than New York.
      Median household income
      $47,00815% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $39,72233% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      5%

      12% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Poughkeepsie a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Vassar Brothers Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      Rite Aid
      Smith Street Pharmacy

      Doctors

      B+ Housing

      What are Poughkeepsie home prices? Poughkeepsie home prices are $204,000 - which is 29% lower than New York
      Median home value
      $204,00010% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,12719% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      36%

      44% lower than the US average

      C+ Schools

      Does Poughkeepsie have good schools? The Poughkeepsie graduation rate is 74% - which is 10% lower than New York
      High school grad. rates
      74%

      11% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      47%

      3% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      C+ User Ratings

      Is Poughkeepsie a good place to live? Poughkeepsie has an overall rating of 66% from 9 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      66%

      9 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      57%

      8 total surveys

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