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Poughkeepsie, NY
Poughkeepsie · NY 12603
Updated October 18, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$369K
Median Price
37/100
Walk Score
8.9/10
Schools
113 min
to Midtown Manhattan
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
89/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
37/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Poughkeepsie offers decent value for its income level and low flood risk, making it a solid choice for many. The main trade‑offs are limited walkability, sparse public transit, and a lack of reliable local school data, so those who need a car or a strong school system should weigh those factors.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes relative to median income
- ✓Moderate home‑price appreciation in recent years
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Plenty of parks and outdoor space
Real Talk
- !Walkability and transit options are minimal—most errands need a car
- !Limited data on local schools, so research is required
- !Crime rates in some parts of Poughkeepsie can be higher than neighboring suburbs
- !The downtown area is still in a recovery phase, with fewer amenities than larger metros
- $Higher car maintenance and insurance due to reliance on a vehicle
- $Property taxes are relatively high for a small city
- $Potential future costs if flood protection measures are upgraded
Best For
First‑time homebuyersRemote workersFamilies looking for affordabilityRetirees wanting a smaller city
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Poughkeepsie, NY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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