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Dutchess County, New York: crime rate, income and local data
Dutchess County averaged 1.2 reported violent crimes per 1,000 residents a year in 2021-2025, 69% lower than the New York rate (3.8). The median household earns $99,478 and the unemployment rate was 3.9% in August 2026. It is home to roughly 298,220 residents.
Last updated . Crime: FBI 2021-2025. Income and housing: Census ACS 2020-2024. Unemployment: BLS August 2026. Road work: October 11, 2026.
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What is the crime rate in Dutchess County?
Police agencies in Dutchess County reported an average of 355 violent crimes and 2,356 property crimes a year from 2021 to 2025. Per 1,000 residents, the violent-crime rate works out to 1.2: 69% lower than the New York rate (3.8), and 68% lower than the national rate (3.7). Burglary, theft and car theft together come to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, compared with 15.7 across New York. Most violent crimes here are aggravated assaults (69%). CDC death records show about 6 homicide deaths a year in the county (2.1 per 100,000), a count that includes cases police may classify differently.
| Offense (yearly average, 2021-2025) | Dutchess County | Per 1,000 | New York per 1,000 | U.S. per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 355 | 1.2 | 3.8 | 3.7 |
| Murder | 5 | 0.02 | 0.03 | 0.06 |
| Rape | 50 | 0.17 | 0.26 | 0.40 |
| Robbery | 55 | 0.18 | 1.0 | 0.62 |
| Aggravated assault | 245 | 0.81 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Property crime | 2,356 | 7.8 | 15.7 | 18.1 |
| Burglary | 191 | 0.63 | 1.4 | 2.4 |
| Larceny-theft | 2,048 | 6.8 | 12.9 | 13.0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 116 | 0.39 | 1.4 | 2.6 |
Most crime never reaches the police, so these are reported crimes, a floor rather than the full count. In 2024 about half of violent crimes (48%) and about 3 in 10 property crimes (31%) were reported to police (U.S. Justice Department, National Crime Victimization Survey). Rates also depend on how completely each agency reports to the FBI. County figures add up the city police and sheriff reports in the county (14 agencies; 100% of residents covered).
What is the median household income in Dutchess County?
The median household in Dutchess County earns $99,478 a year, 16% higher than the New York median ($85,974). The typical owner-occupied home is valued at $400,600 by its owners; renters pay a median $1,582. 7.9% of households received SNAP benefits in the past year (state: 15.6%). The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 3.9% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 5,991 people out of work and looking.
| Census ACS 2020-2024 | Dutchess County | New York | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 298,220 | 19,852,366 | 334,922,499 |
| Median household income | $99,478 | $85,974 | $80,734 |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $400,600 | $423,800 | $332,700 |
| Median gross rent | $1,582 | $1,621 | $1,413 |
| Unemployment rate (2020-2024 average) | 5.2% | 6.4% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line | 8.4% | 14.0% | 12.5% |
| Households receiving SNAP (food stamps) | 7.9% | 15.6% | 12.1% |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor's degree or higher | 41.6% | 40.2% | 35.7% |
| Homeowner households | 69.2% | 54.3% | 65.2% |
| Median age | 42.5 | 39.8 | 38.9 |
| Households with broadband internet | 93.5% | 90.8% | 91.0% |
| People without health insurance | 3.9% | 5.1% | 8.4% |
What natural hazards and environmental sites are in Dutchess County?
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Dutchess County has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. None of the seven hazards on our map (floods, wildfire, tornadoes, heat, earthquakes, hurricanes) is rated above “Relatively Moderate” here. The index compares counties with each other and also weighs how vulnerable and resilient a community is, so it is a long-run estimate, not a forecast.
Superfund sites
5 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Dutchess County: Hopewell Precision, Sarney Farm, Hudson River Pcbs, Wappinger Creek and Shenandoah Road Groundwater Contamination. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list. A listing means EPA is managing a long-term cleanup; it does not by itself mean anyone is exposed today.
High-hazard dams
The National Inventory of Dams lists 13 high-hazard dams in Dutchess County. 3 are rated Poor or Unsatisfactory in condition, 9 Satisfactory or Fair. The two tallest are Dover Greens Dam (60 ft) and Groveville (52 ft). “High hazard” describes what lies downstream (people would probably die if the dam failed), not how likely the dam is to fail.
Industrial chemical releases
6 facilities in the county filed Toxics Release Inventory reports for 2024, together reporting 582,794 pounds of listed chemicals released on site. Reported releases are legal permitted amounts in most cases.
Disasters, air and water
Dutchess County was covered by 3 federal major disaster declarations from 2016 through 2025 (Severe Storm 1, Hurricane 1, Snowstorm 1), not counting COVID-19. EPA air monitors logged 5 days in 2024 when the air quality index reached “unhealthy for sensitive groups” or worse. Of 153 community water systems, 2 had an open health-based drinking-water violation in EPA's records (September 2026). EPA puts the county in radon zone 1 (highest). NHTSA counted 36 traffic deaths in the county in 2024, including 8 pedestrians.
Is there road construction in Dutchess County?
Dutchess County had 11 highway work zones in the October 11, 2026 feed from the state DOT (4 active that day). Where crews are working: NY 82, US 44 and NY 376. 1 is on interstates. The map's construction layer is refreshed every morning.
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How many schools, nursing homes and parks are in Dutchess County?
Dutchess County has 75 public schools (2024-25) and 25 private schools (2023-24) in federal school lists. 12 nursing homes are certified by Medicare or Medicaid here; star ratings for each are on the map and on Medicare's Care Compare. USGS mapping shows 65 fire or EMS stations and 16 police or sheriff stations. National Park Service sites here: Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site and Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site. 4 state parks or recreation areas: James Baird State Park, Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park, Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park and Walkway over the Hudson State Historic Park.
What tribal lands and sacred sites are in Dutchess County?
Census tribal areas that reach into Dutchess County: Schaghticoke (state) Reservation.
Tribal areas are Census statistical boundaries, shown for reference; they are not legal boundaries.
See them on the map: tribal lands →
Gun shops, liquor stores and Planned Parenthood in Dutchess County
Gun shops
7 gun shops with a public storefront are on the map in Dutchess County, plus 40 more licensed dealers without a public storefront (not shown). On the ATF list: British Sporting Arms LTD (Millbrook), Collector Rifle & Ammo INC (Hopewell Jct), East Coast Firearms (Hopewell Junction), J&J Collectable Arms & Gunsmithing (Pawling), On Duty Uniforms, Hudson Valley Promos (Hopewell Junction), Safari Outfitters LTD (Salt Point) and Walmart #1810 (Fishkill).
Liquor stores
60 liquor stores are on the map in Dutchess County: 9D Liquor & Wine Inc (Wappingers Falls), Apple Valley Wines And Spirits (Poughkeepsie), Arlington Wine & Liquor (Poughkeepsie), Artisan Wine Shop LLC (Beacon), Beacon Wine & Liquors (Beacon), Berkshire Wines & Spirits (Dover Plains), Big Guy Wine & Liquor Inc (Wappingers Falls), Boutique Wines & Spirits (Fishkill) and 52 more.
Planned Parenthood
One Planned Parenthood health center is on the map in Dutchess County: Planned Parenthood of Greater New York-Poughkeepsie (Poughkeepsie).
See them on the map: gun shops · liquor stores · Planned Parenthood →
Sources: ATF licensee list (Sept 2026); state liquor licence lists, OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps (non-official); HHS Title X directory and CMS NPPES.
Common questions
What is the crime rate in Dutchess County?
Dutchess County averaged 355 reported violent crimes a year in 2021-2025, or 1.2 per 1,000 residents, 69% lower than the New York rate (3.8). The property-crime rate was 7.8 per 1,000 (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting).
What is the median household income in Dutchess County?
$99,478 (Census American Community Survey, 2020-2024 average), compared with $85,974 for New York and $80,734 nationally.
What is the unemployment rate in Dutchess County?
The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 3.9% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 5,991 people out of work and looking.
What natural hazards affect Dutchess County?
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Dutchess County has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. None of the seven hazards on our map (floods, wildfire, tornadoes, heat, earthquakes, hurricanes) is rated above “Relatively Moderate” here.
Are there Superfund sites in Dutchess County?
5 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Dutchess County: Hopewell Precision, Sarney Farm, Hudson River Pcbs, Wappinger Creek and Shenandoah Road Groundwater Contamination. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list.
Is there road construction in Dutchess County right now?
Dutchess County had 11 highway work zones in the October 11, 2026 feed from the state DOT (4 active that day). Where crews are working: NY 82, US 44 and NY 376. 1 is on interstates.
How many nursing homes are in Dutchess County?
12 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes (CMS provider data, September 2026).
How does Dutchess County compare with neighboring counties?
| County | Population | Violent crimes per 1,000 (2021-25) | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire County, MA | 129,430 | 4.2 | $76,013 |
| Columbia County | 61,100 | 0.53 | $81,528 |
| Northwest Hills Planning Region, CT | 113,216 | 0.82 | $93,551 |
| Orange County | 406,616 | 1.4 | $97,178 |
| Putnam County | 98,107 | 0.47 | $126,257 |
| Ulster County | 182,601 | 0.78 | $86,271 |
| Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT | 627,071 | 0.90 | $128,188 |
More: New York statewide numbers · Sex-offender registry search (U.S. Justice Department, NSOPW)
Where do these numbers come from?
- Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting 2021-2025 (agency level, Return A), averaged and summed by county by Map the Block; Census population; state and national rates: FBI estimated crimes 2021-2025.
- Income, housing, education: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year, table B19013 (median household income) and related tables.
- Monthly unemployment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS), county data, not seasonally adjusted. Public domain.
- Hazards: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (December 2025), county scores; disasters: FEMA OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries.
- Superfund: U.S. EPA, Superfund site boundaries and NPL status (October 2026). Dams: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Inventory of Dams (public map service, October 2026). Chemical releases: U.S. EPA Toxics Release Inventory, reporting year 2024 (basic data file).
- Air and water: U.S. EPA AirData, annual AQI by county 2024; EPA Air Quality Design Values 2023-2025 (June 2026); U.S. EPA SDWIS via ECHO drinking-water download (September 30, 2026). Traffic deaths: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) 2024; Census population.
- Work zones: State departments of transportation, via the U.S. DOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) and state 511 feeds; refreshed every morning (snapshot October 11, 2026).
- Schools: National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE public school locations 2024-25; budgets: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, fiscal year 2024; National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE Private School geocodes (Private School Survey 2023-24). Nursing homes: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Nursing Home Provider Information and Penalties (September 2026). Stations: U.S. Geological Survey, National Structures Dataset (Fire Stations/EMS Stations), October 2026 pull.
- Parks: USGS Protected Areas Database of the U.S. (PAD-US 4.1); state park agencies' open data (CA, NY, PA, TN, TX, FL, NJ, KY, HI, UT, MT and others); OpenStreetMap contributors for some hours, phones, fees and camping; U.S. National Park Service: unit boundaries (Land Resources Division), Acreage Report (Sept 30, 2026), park pages on nps.gov (hours, fees), Visitor Use Statistics (2025).
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