Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY Metro Area

Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY · Metro Area

704,836Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $98,233
Median home value: $393,600
Land area: 1,608 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Orange County, NY	Central	406,616	$97,178	$387,900
Dutchess County, NY	Central	298,220	$99,478	$400,600

Largest cities and towns

109 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Poughkeepsie (Town), NY	Town	45,636	$97,724
Kiryas Joel, NY	Village	38,916	$50,032
Poughkeepsie, NY	City	31,958	$60,741
Newburgh (Town), NY	Town	31,915	$111,615
Warwick (Town), NY	Town	31,859	$119,328
Wallkill, NY	Town	31,023	$96,076
Middletown, NY	City	30,289	$79,346
East Fishkill, NY	Town	29,772	$138,543
Newburgh, NY	City	28,519	$56,960
Wappinger, NY	Town	28,252	$95,234
New Windsor, NY	Town	27,877	$95,071
Montgomery (Town), NY	Town	23,265	$92,939
Fishkill (Town), NY	Town	22,924	$101,423
Monroe (Town), NY	Town	21,586	$112,199
Hyde Park, NY	Town	21,240	$87,094
Blooming Grove, NY	Town	18,635	$95,967
La Grange, NY	Town	15,634	$104,386
Beacon, NY	City	14,834	$107,859
Goshen (Town), NY	Town	14,468	$121,442
Beekman, NY	Town	14,069	$126,250
Highlands, NY	Town	12,823	$116,111
Cornwall, NY	Town	12,755	$114,635
Chester (Town), NY	Town	12,668	$139,778
Woodbury (Town), NY	Town	12,224	$111,429
Woodbury, NY	Village	11,334	$121,221

Also in the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ · metro · 19,798,537 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT · metro · 956,330 Trenton-Princeton, NJ · metro · 385,864 Kingston, NY · metro · 182,601 Monticello, NY · micro · 79,721 Hemlock Farms, PA · micro · 60,621

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Unemployment

5.4%

College Educated

36.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$98,233

Mean Household Income

$128,596

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.8%

Female

50.2%

Population Split

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish15.0%

Italian14.7%

German10.2%

English6.0%

Mexican4.1%

Polish3.4%

French1.3%

Scottish1.1%

African0.9%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

12.8%Foreign Born

87.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized57.6%

Non-Citizen42.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later26.4%

Before 201073.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

272,868

Median Rent

$1,638/mo

Median Home Value

$393,600

Median Year Built

1973

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

179,602

College Enrollment

23.0%

High School

22.0%

College Educated

36.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

32.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

67.8%

Public Transit

4.3%

Work From Home

13.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.6%

18-34 Years

22.2%

35-64 Years

38.7%

65+ Years

16.5%

Population Composition

Under 1822.6%

18-3422.2%

35-6438.7%

65+16.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

51.2%

Single Parent

4.8%

Living Alone

27.3%

Avg Size

2.64

Household Types

Married Couples51.2%

Single Parent4.8%

Living Alone27.3%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,550

SNAP Usage

9.4%

Health Insurance

95.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.6%

$25k - $50k14.0%

$50k - $100k25.1%

$100k+49.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

6.5%

Retail Trade

12.1%

Education & Health Care

28.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.0%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

109.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

122.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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