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Poughkeepsie, NY Utility & Living Guide
Poughkeepsie is a city in and is the county seat of Dutchess County, New York, United States. It is surrounded by the Town of Poughkeepsie and had a population of 31,577 at the 2020 census, while the Kiryas Joel–Poughkeepsie–Newburgh metropolitan area has an estimated 712,000 residents. Poughkeepsie
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1200/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2100/mo |
| Median Home Price | $320,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in Poughkeepsie is competitive, with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. Prices are relatively affordable compared to nearby NYC suburbs.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 4% + County 3.5% + City 0%</p> | |
New York State income tax ranges from 4% to 8.82% based on income brackets.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Public transit includes buses with limited accessibility features. Sidewalks are generally well-maintained in downtown areas.
- Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
- Walkway Over the Hudson
- Vassar Farm and Ecological Preserve
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Residents must register pets with the city and adhere to strict snow removal ordinances in winter.
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📊 Poughkeepsie — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Winter heating costs can double gas bills, while summer AC use increases electric bills by about 30%. Spring and fall typically have the lowest utility costs.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by school district, with additional surcharges for sewer in some areas.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10 with explanation: decent sidewalk coverage in residential areas, good park access, but limited elevator access in older buildings
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