Fairview CDP (Dutchess County), NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) is a small city in New York with a population of 6,454. Residents earn $84,759 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
6,454 Population 1,876/sq mi density
$84,759 Median Income $37,165 per capita
$256,500 Home Value
$1,525 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$84,759 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,500 home value, $1,525/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,759
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,500
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,525
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

How Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,454
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,876/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,759
Per Capita$37,165
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,500
Rent$1,525
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation271 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute26 min
Libraries25

Is Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) is $84,759, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) is $256,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,525 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) has a population of 6,454 with a density of 1,876 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.8%), with 16.9% Black.

Population

6,454
Total Population
1,876
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.8%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.2%
6% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) is $84,759, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,759
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,032
County GDP$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare840
Retail1,059
Manufacturing198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) is $256,500, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,525 (31% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,500
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,525
31% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%

Health Metrics: Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.4%
Healthcare Facilities840

Crime Rates: Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Coordinates41.7321°N, 73.9124°W
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%
D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,876/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home7.1%

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