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Poughkeepsie
City in New York, United States
Overview
Poughkeepsie, set in New York's scenic Hudson Valley, blends small-city charm with historic landmarks and a growing arts scene. Its riverside landscapes and educational institutions make it a lively destination for both culture and nature seekers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New York
Population
31,577
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
41.70°, -73.92°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$3,080
Local Cost
$1,890
Local Income
$3,250
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
21.8°C
Winter Avg
-2.4°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
-26.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1227 mm
Internet Speed
274 Mbps
Upload
50 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
37
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
5
Parks
26
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
POU
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 12 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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