Rhinebeck, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Rhinebeck is a small town in New York with a population of 2,674. Residents earn $75,075 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,674 Population 1,771/sq mi density
$75,075 Median Income $60,835 per capita
$515,600 Home Value
$1,691 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,075 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$515,600 home value, $1,691/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,075
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $515,600
83% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,691
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Rhinebeck Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,674
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density1,771/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,075
Per Capita$60,835
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute33 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$515,600
Rent$1,691
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation196 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute33 min
EV Stations9
Libraries25

Is Rhinebeck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhinebeck receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rhinebeck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhinebeck is $75,075, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhinebeck is $515,600, making it a premium housing market at 83% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,691 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Rhinebeck is a highly educated community — 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhinebeck experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rhinebeck has a population of 2,674 with a density of 1,771 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

2,674
Total Population
1,771
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhinebeck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rhinebeck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhinebeck is $75,075, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Rhinebeck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,075
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$60,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhinebeck is $515,600, 83% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,691 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$515,600
83% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$360
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,691
45% 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-Occupied51.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Rhinebeck, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rhinebeck vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: Rhinebeck vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Rhinebeck has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation196 ft (60 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density1,771/sq mi
Coordinates41.9288°N, 73.9103°W
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 51.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% above 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+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,771/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home17.8%

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