2023 ACS Census Data · Population 297,144
Dutchess County is a large county in New York with a population of 297,144. The median household income is $97,273, 50% above the national average. The poverty rate is 8.3%, median home value is $368,100, and 39.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Its college education attainment is 65% above the national average.
Population
297,144
2023 estimate
Rank #242 of 3,222 counties
Median Income?The midpoint of all household incomes — half of households earn more, half earn less.Learn more →
$97,273
Household
Rank #166 of 3,222 counties
Median Home Value?Estimated market value of owner-occupied homes at the 50th percentile.
$368,100
Owner-occupied
Rank #290 of 3,222 counties
Bachelor's Degree+?Percent of adults 25 and older who hold at least a bachelor's degree.Learn more →
39.7%
Adults 25+
Rank #262 of 3,222 counties
Location
Population breakdown by race, ethnicity, and age
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Female Population?Percent of the total population identifying as female.
50.2%
Foreign-Born?Percent of residents born outside the United States.
11.9%
Speak Non-English at Home?Percent of households where a language other than English is spoken at home.
15.9%
Veterans?Percent of civilian population 18 and over who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
3.9%
Income, poverty, and employment data from the American Community Survey
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Household Income
27% above New York avg·50% above national avg
Poverty Rate
37% above New York avg·45% above national avg
Labor Force Participation
6% above New York avg·10% above national avg
Economic Indicators
Per Capita Income?Total income divided by total population — the average income per person, regardless of household size.Learn more →
$51,784
Poverty Rate?Percent of residents living below the federal poverty line, which varies by household size.Learn more →
8.3%
Labor Force Participation?Percent of civilians 16+ who are employed or actively looking for work.Learn more →
63.2%
Home values, ownership rates, and rental costs
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Home Value
38% above New York avg·76% above national avg
Median Monthly Rent
34% above New York avg·64% above national avg
Home Ownership Rate
1% below New York avg·6% below national avg
Housing Cost Burden
17% below New York avg·42% below national avg
Housing Units
122,636
Households
115,184
Ownership & Cost Burden
Persons per Household?Average number of people living in each occupied housing unit.
2.4
Median Owner Costs (w/ Mortgage)?Typical monthly costs for homeowners with a mortgage, including principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.Learn more →
$2,540
Broadband Subscription?Percent of households with a broadband internet subscription.Learn more →
92.6%
Mean Commute Time?Average one-way travel time to work, in minutes, for workers 16 and older.Learn more →
31 min
Educational attainment among adults
Benchmarks vs State & National
Bachelor's Degree Rate
27% above New York avg·65% above national avg
High School Graduation Rate
2% above New York avg·4% above national avg
Attainment
Health & Access
With Disability (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 with a cognitive, physical, or sensory disability.Learn more →
9.0%
Without Health Insurance (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 who lack any form of health insurance coverage.Learn more →
5.0%
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