Dover Plains, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
6/10
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Commute
3/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,077
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
22.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$62,813
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$264,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$796
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$929
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.9%
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
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (53%) ConservativeClimate
Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 14 | 24 |
| Feb | 3 | 11 | 27 |
| Mar | 4 | 7 | 36 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 8 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Dover Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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Dover High School
4 miles, SW
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Dover Middle School
4 miles, SW
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Kent School
5 miles, SE
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Colleges
Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
15 miles, NW
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Vassar College
17 miles, W
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Dutchess Community College
17 miles, W
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Culinary Institute of America
19 miles, NW
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Hospitals
Sharon Hospital
11 miles, NE
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Vassar Brothers Medical Center
19 miles, W
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Northern Dutchess Hospital
22 miles, NW
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Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
23 miles, E
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Airports
New York Stewart International Airport
32 miles, W
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Westchester County Airport
47 miles, SW
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Bradley International Airport
48 miles, E
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Tweed-New Haven Airport
48 miles, SE
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