Here's what it costs to live in Poughkeepsie, New York, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,370 per month, while the typical home is valued around $259,200. Households earn a median of $60,050 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$60,050
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,370
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$259,200
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,364
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,549
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,979
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$2,511
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
10.90%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
4.00%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
31,778
Latest estimate
Median Age
37.9 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Poughkeepsie?
The cost of living index for Poughkeepsie is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Poughkeepsie?
The median gross rent in Poughkeepsie is $1,370 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Poughkeepsie?
The median household income in Poughkeepsie is $60,050 per year.
What is the median home value in Poughkeepsie?
The median home value in Poughkeepsie is $259,200 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Poughkeepsie?
Air quality data for Poughkeepsie is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Poughkeepsie?
New York has a top state income tax rate of 10.90% and a statewide sales tax of 4.00% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology