Spackenkill, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
6/10
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Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
4,244
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
66.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$135,219
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$407,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,428
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,428
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.4%
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 leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.
Liberal (51%) (43%) 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 | 10 | 27 |
| Mar | 4 | 9 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 9 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Hagan School
<1 miles, SE
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Spackenkill High School
<1 miles, N
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Faith Christian Academy
<1 miles, W
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Oakwood Friends School
<1 miles, NW
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Colleges
Vassar College
2 miles, NE
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Marist College
5 miles, N
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Dutchess Community College
5 miles, NE
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Culinary Institute of America
6 miles, N
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Hospitals
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
3 miles, N
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St Luke's Cornwall Hospital
12 miles, SW
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Keller ACH (West Point)
18 miles, SW
Healthalliance Hospital Marys Avenue Campus
19 miles, N
Airports
New York Stewart International Airport
14 miles, SW
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Westchester County Airport
42 miles, S
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Tweed-New Haven Airport
60 miles, SE
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Laguardia Airport
61 miles, S
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