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Taconic Shores, NY

New York · Columbia County

Taconic Shores is a small town in New York with a population of 629. Residents earn $172,514 per year, which is 130% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
629 Population 758/sq mi density
$172,514 Median Income $104,063 per capita
$186,800 Home Value $448,865 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
407 Violent Crime/100K 2,518 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$172,514 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$186,800 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
407 violent crimes/100K (7% above avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $172,514
130% higher than US avg
Home Value $186,800
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 407/100K
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population629
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$172,514
Per Capita$104,063
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,465M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,800
Ownership89.5%
Zillow$448,865
Housing Units479
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

F
Violent407/100K
Property2,518/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation544 ft (166 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score4.94

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 57%
Commute42 min
Broadband91.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries12

Is Taconic Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taconic Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Taconic Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taconic Shores is $172,514, which is significantly higher than the national average / 130% above $75,149. This places Taconic Shores among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taconic Shores is $186,800, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,518 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Taconic Shores experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 49.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Taconic Shores has a population of 629 with a density of 758 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (92.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents. 2.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 24.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

629
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Taconic Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taconic Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taconic Shores is $172,514, which is 130% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $104,063 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,082, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,212 business establishments, including 199 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Taconic Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$172,514
130% above US avg
Per Capita Income$104,063
Avg Weekly Wage$1,082
IRS Avg AGI$93,498
Gini Index0.481 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,212
County GDP$3,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants199
Healthcare163
Retail267
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,790
208% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit8.7%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Taconic Shores is $186,800, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $448,865, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 479 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $10,790 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,800
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$448,865

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

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

Homeownership89.5%
Owner-Occupied89.5%
Renter-Occupied10.5%
Housing Units479
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,790
208% above US avg
Effective Rate5.78%
In Taconic Shores, 31.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 18.6% report binge drinking. 24.6% are physically inactive. 22.8% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,471. The dentist ratio is 1:2,786. 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Taconic Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,471
Dentists1:2,786
Mental Health1:403
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death7,810/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities163
Taconic Shores has a violent crime rate of 407 per 100,000 residents, 7% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,518 per 100,000, 28% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Taconic Shores receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent407.1/100K
7% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,518.1/100K
28% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Taconic Shores experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The area receives 49.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 544 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation544 ft (166 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates42.1161°N, 73.5552°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyColumbia County County
Nearest AirportHudson Valley Regional (POU)
38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 49.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability57.2 / 100
Community Resilience79.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 17, 1991 7 km NE of Worcester, New York M4.0 109 km
Oct 2, 1994 6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.7 108 km
Jun 16, 2000 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts M3.3 61 km
Jan 12, 2015 0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut M3.3 143 km
Oct 2, 1994 1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts M3.3 113 km
Dec 13, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.2 68 km
Mar 11, 2020 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York M3.1 131 km
May 18, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.1 68 km
Jul 24, 2007 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York M3.1 71 km
Oct 28, 1991 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut M3.0 116 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 146 km
Oct 21, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M2.9 68 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 129 km
Mar 22, 2009 9 km SW of Altamont, New York M2.8 74 km
Aug 27, 2011 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York M2.8 77 km
Apr 12, 1991 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York M2.7 108 km
Aug 25, 2011 5 km WSW of Altamont, New York M2.7 77 km
Feb 18, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M2.7 68 km
Feb 20, 2009 15 km SSW of Altamont, New York M2.7 68 km
Feb 27, 2008 2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York M2.7 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 192 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 67 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

232 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 1,079 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 29, 1995 EF4 14 km 3
Jul 10, 1989 EF4 98 km 0
Oct 3, 1979 EF4 78 km 3
Aug 28, 1973 EF4 36 km 4
May 22, 2014 EF3 94 km 0
Jun 1, 2011 EF3 66 km 3
May 31, 1998 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 16, 1974 EF3 27 km 0
Sep 13, 1971 EF3 77 km 0
Jul 29, 1971 EF3 76 km 0
May 24, 1962 EF3 73 km 1
Jun 24, 1960 EF3 81 km 0
May 10, 1954 EF3 92 km 0
May 15, 2018 EF2 69 km 0
May 29, 2013 EF2 97 km 0
Jul 21, 2003 EF2 35 km 0
Jul 21, 2003 EF2 34 km 0
Jun 23, 2001 EF2 50 km 0
May 18, 2000 EF2 48 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 52 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROOSA GAP (2,747 ac, 2015).

Year Name Acres Distance
2015 ROOSA GAP 2,747 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 2,224 74 km
2016 SAMS POINT FIRE-VERKEERDER FIRE 1,929 81 km
2021 EAST MOUNTAIN 964 75 km
2006 CHERRYTOWN FIRE 943 73 km
2024 WHITEHOUSE 607 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.5 in

Taconic Shores has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.8").

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Taconic Shores is located in Columbia County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 24.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 57.4% of the vote, a 14.7-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 163 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78% of workers drive alone to work, while 8.7% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.7%
D 57.4%

Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score4.94
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyColumbia County County

Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Avg Download Speed141.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed56.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities163
Restaurants199
Retail Stores267

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.9 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit8.7%
Work from Home8.2%
Average costs for common services in Taconic Shores. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit $378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit $216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit $2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning $140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling $270 ($162–$432)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement $324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation $43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4) $647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement $216 ($108–$378)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour) $97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair $432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair $1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested) $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation $540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full) $162 ($81–$270)
Manicure $27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$140)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb) $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly) $76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly) $92 ($54–$162)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$81)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly) $432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming $65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter $324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter $216 ($108–$432)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,251
Toddler$1,191
Preschool$1,104
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$866
Preschool$857
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Columbia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,911 176 $54,995 1.31
Retail Trade 2,729 239 $40,577 1.31
Accommodation & Food Services 2,017 195 $31,979 1.06
Manufacturing 1,504 109 $63,282 0.88
Construction 1,252 253 $62,991 1.14
Other Services 615 174 $43,007 0.98
Professional & Technical Services 613 206 $102,468 0.42
Administrative & Waste Services 424 124 $51,301 0.34
Arts & Entertainment 384 74 $35,856 1.09
Educational Services 360 18 $40,701 0.83
Finance & Insurance 325 56 $80,511 0.38
Real Estate 205 60 $51,319 0.63
Information & Technology 195 51 $82,086 0.50
Management of Companies 138 14 $74,536 0.39
Unclassified 109 145 $54,793 3.74

Radio Stations near Taconic Shores

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WGHQ-AM 920/W223CR 92.5 FM Kingston, NY oldies MP3 100 kbps
CCR Chronicles Christian Radio christian-gospel MP3 128 kbps
WCRB MP3 192 kbps
WKXP - 94.3 Lite FM adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
Q92 adult contemporary AAC
WAPJ - Torrington Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
WSPK 104.7 hot adult contemporary, top 40 AAC 128 kbps
Radio Free Rhinecliff AAC 64 kbps
WKNY 1490AM 107.9FM community, contemporary MP3 128 kbps
WBPM 92.9 / 96.5 AAC 128 kbps
Rado kingston MP3 128 kbps
WKZE MP3 128 kbps
98.5 The Cat AAC
WBCR-LP MP3 256 kbps
ElectroMagnetic Radio MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Taconic Shores

1 campgrounds found near Taconic Shores.

NameRatingSitesPrice
NORTHFIELD BROOK LAKE GROUP SHELTERS 4.3/5 2 $100

National Parks Near Taconic Shores

164 national parks and monuments found near Taconic Shores.

ParkTypeFee
Above All State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
American Shakespeare State Park State Park Free
Balance Rock State Park State Park Free
Bash Bish Falls State Park State Park Free
Bates Memorial State Park State Park Free
Bear Mountain State Park State Park Free
Beardsley State Park State Park Free
Black Rock State Park State Park Free
Blow Hole State Park State Park Free
Braen-Stone Industries Inc. State Park Free
Bristol Beach State Park State Park Free
Browns Point Park State Park Free
Burr Pond State Park State Park Free
C.M. Gardner State Park State Park Free
Campbell Falls State Park State Park Free
Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Charles Island State Park Free
Cherry Plain State Park State Park Free
Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park State Park Free
Clarksburg State Park State Park Free
Coltsville National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park State Park Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park State Park Free
Deer Hill State Reservation State Park Free
Dennis Hill State Park State Park Free
Dinosaur State Park State Park Free
Dockside State Park State Park Free
Donald J. Trump State Park State Park Free
East Mountain State Reservation State Park Free
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Farm River State Park State Park Free
Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail State Park Free
Federal Land State Park Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area State Park Free
Fort Dummer State Park State Park Free
Fountain Pond Park State Park Free
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Franny Reese Preserve State Park State Park Free
Franny Reese State Park State Park Free
George C. Waldo State Park State Park Free
Goose Pond Mountain State Park Free
Grafton Lakes State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Lake State Park State Park Free
Hampton Ponds State Park State Park Free
Haverstraw Beach State Park State Park Free
Haystack Mountain State Park State Park Free
Higganum Reservoir State Park State Park Free
High Tor State Park State Park Free
Highland Lakes State Park State Park Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park State Park Free
Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site National Historic Site $15
Hook Mountain State Park State Park Free
Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Housatonic Meadows State Park State Park Free
Hudson Highlands State Park Free
Hudson River Islands State Park State Park Free
Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
IBEW - Washington's Headquarter State Park Free
Indian Well State Park State Park Free
Ivy Mountain State Park State Park Free
J.A. Skinner State Park State Park Free
James Baird State Park State Park Free
John A. Minetto State Park State Park Free
John Boyd Thacher State Park State Park Free
Kent Falls State Park State Park Free
Kent Falls State Park, Leased To Sloane-stanley M* State Park Free
Kettletown State Park State Park Free
Lake Lauderdale Park State Park Free
Lake Taghkanic State Park State Park Free
Lake Waramaug State Park State Park Free
Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Larkin State Park Trail State Park Free
Lock 6 State Canal Park State Park Free
Lock 9 State Canal Park State Park Free
Long Pond Ironworks State Park State Park Free
Lovers Leap State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Macedonia Brook State Park State Park Free
Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park State Park Free
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Max V. Shaul State Park State Park Free
Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mine Kill State Park State Park Free
Mohawk River State Park State Park Free
Molly Stark State Park State Park Free
Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mount Everett State Reservation State Park Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation State Park Free
Mount Riga State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Mount Tom State Park State Park Free
Mount Tom State Reservation State Park Free
Mt. Beacon Gateway Park State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Park State Park Free
New York State Lands State Park Free
Nyack Beach State Park State Park Free
Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park State Park Free
Osbornedale State Park State Park Free
Palisades Interstate Park State Park Free
Peebles Island State Park State Park Free
Penwood State Park State Park Free
Pink House Cove Ice Fishing State Park Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Plum Point Park State Park Free
Prospect Hill State Park Free
Putnam Memorial State Park State Park Free
Putnam Park State Park Free
Quiet Cove Riverfront Park State Park Free
Quinnipiac River State Park State Park Free
Rensselaer Riverfront Park State Park Free
Ringwood State Park State Park Free
RMH / Scenic Hudson Land Trust State Park Free
Robinson State Park State Park Free
Rockland Lake State Park State Park Free
Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Sakmann State Park Free
Saratoga National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Saratoga Spa State Park State Park Free
Schodack Island State Park State Park Free
Schofield Park State Park Free
Schunnemunk State Park State Park Free
Sefcovic State Park Free
Seth Low Pierrepont State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Shaftsbury State Park State Park Free
Sherwood Island State Park State Park Free
Shirazi State Park Free
Shlt / Rodman Assemblage State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Sleeping Giant State Park State Park Free
Sojourner Truth State Park State Park Free
Southford Falls State Park State Park Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Squantz Pond State Park State Park Free
Sterling Forest State Park State Park Free
Stillwater Pond State Park State Park Free
Storm King State Park Free
Stratton Brook State Park State Park Free
Sunny Brook State Park State Park Free
Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Sweet Pond State Park State Park Free
Taconic State Park State Park Free
Taconic State Park State Park Free
Taconic Trail State Park State Park Free
Talcott Mountain State Park State Park Free
Thomas Cole National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
unknown State Park Free
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site National Historic Site $15
Verplank Landing - Mount Gulian State Park Free
Wadhams Grove State Park State Park Free
Wadsworth Falls State Park State Park Free
Wahconah Falls State Park State Park Free
Wawayanda State Park State Park Free
Wawayanda State Park State Park Free
Weir Farm National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
West Rock Ridge State Park State Park Free
West Rock State Park State Park Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park State Park Free
Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Windsor Meadows State Park State Park Free
Wonder Lake State Park State Park Free
Woodford State Park State Park Free
Woodward State Park Free
Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free
Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve State Park Free

Museums in Taconic Shores

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORMAN ROCKWELL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6079375386$4,285,272
NORMAN ROCKWELL MUSEUMART MUSEUM4132984100$4,285,272
FASNY MUSEUM OF FIREFIGHTINGGENERAL MUSEUM117 HARRY HOWARD AVENUE5188221875$819,836
HUDSON OPERA HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5188221438$704,016
SALISBURY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 MAIN STREET8604350566$570,726
HUDSON AREA ASSOCIATION LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5188285929$324,038
SPENCERTOWN ACADEMY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION790 NEW YORK 2035183923693$241,223
UPPER HOUSATONIC VALLEY NHAHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 MAIN ST8604359505$236,921
AMERICAN MURAL PROJECTART MUSEUM8603793006$210,367
WEST STOCKBRIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$165,608
SHARON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8603645688$137,633
AUSTERLITZ HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11550 STATE ROUTE 22 P O BOX 1445183920062$75,783
SHEFFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION159 MAIN ST #1614132292694$72,087
STOCKBRIDGE BOWL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION4132320100$63,510
GREAT BARRINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION817 SOUTH MAIN ST4135918702$56,861
IRONDALE SCHOOLHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5187894619$53,744
HUDSON VALLEY OLD TIME POWER ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM$39,208
FALLS VILLAGE CANAAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION44 RAILROAD ST8608248226$34,424
CONNECTICUT RAILROAD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM$31,295
ANCRAM PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2404 STATE ROUTE 825183291612$8,705
CHATHAM VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5183929236$4,403
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGYHISTORY MUSEUM
ARCHITECTURE FOR ARTART MUSEUM5183251114
BERKSHIRE BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4132983926
COLEMAN STATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5187890309
COLONEL ASHLEY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4132983239
GREENPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC ST PETERS CHURCHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOLLEY-WILLIAMS HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8604352878
HUDSON RIVER HISTORIC BOAT RESTORATION & SAILING SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LITTLE NINE PARTNERS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5183987683
NORTH EAST HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLANA STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5188280135
PARKER-O'MALLEY AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM435 OLD ROUTE 205183927200
RICHMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4136982213
ROELIFF JANSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Taconic Shores

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MASON LIBRARY231 MAIN ST.0.0139,807
HUDSON AREA ASSOCIATION LIBRARY400 STATE STREET0.054,982
ROELIFF JANSEN COMMUNITY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION9091 STATE ROUTE 220.049,389
SCOVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY38 MAIN ST.0.045,305
CHATHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY11 WOODBRIDGE AVENUE0.041,652
NORTH EAST- MILLERTON LIBRARY75 MAIN STREET0.040,067
PHILMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY101 MAIN STREET0.032,448
BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY48 MAIN ST.0.027,924
STOCKBRIDGE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION46 MAIN STREET0.027,186
HEERMANCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY1 ELY STREET0.024,840
HOTCHKISS LIBRARY OF SHARON10 UPPER MAIN ST.0.023,010
STANFORD FREE LIBRARY14 CREAMERY ROAD0.019,203
DAVID M. HUNT LIBRARY63 MAIN ST.0.017,992
DOUGLAS LIBRARY108 MAIN ST.0.015,953
CLAVERACK FREE LIBRARY AND READING ROOM ASSOCIATION629 RT 23B0.011,589
NEW MARLBOROUGH TOWN LIBRARY1 MILL RIVER -GREAT BARRINGTON ROAD0.011,245
RICHMOND FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY2821 STATE ROAD0.08,684
HUGHES MEMORIAL LIBRARY35 RIVER ROAD0.07,493
WEST STOCKBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY21 STATELINE RD.0.05,315
CLINTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY1215 CENTRE ROAD0.03,967
LIVINGSTON FREE LIBRARY90 OLD POST ROAD0.02,210
EGREMONT FREE LIBRARY1 BUTTON BALL LANE0.01,864
MOUNT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARYTOWN HALL 118 EAST STREET0.0881
ALFORD FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY5 ALFORD CENTER ROAD0.0143

Farmers Markets in Taconic Shores

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Berkshire Grown Winter Farmers' Market Great Barrington313 Monument Valley Road11/19/2016 to 02/18/2017Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Chatham Farmers Market15 Church Street (Rte 203)
Copake Hillsdale Farmer's Market9140 Route 2205/01/2016 to 10/01/2016Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
CORNWALL FARMERS MARKET413 Route 128, Near Covered Bridge
Coxsackie Farmers' Market1 Betke Boulevard05/25/2016 to 09/28/2016Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Great Barrington Farmers Market IGreat Barrington Fairgrounds, 659 Main Street05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Great Barrington/Thursdays422 Stockbridge Road
Hudson Farmers MarketCorner of Columbia and Sixth Streets05/01/2019 to 11/01/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Millerton Farmers MarketMain Street and Railroad Plaza01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Philmont Farmers' Market 116 Main St. - opposite Local 111 restaurant 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Sheffield Farmers' Market125 Main St.05/26/2017 to 10/06/2017Fri: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
The Olde Ghent Farmers Market2149 Route 66Visit
UpStreet Market Hudson 05/28/2014 to 11/19/2014Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Wednesday Farmers' Market94 West AvenueVisit
West Stockbridge Farmers Market1 Harris Street, Merritt Green05/19/2016 to 10/06/2016Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Taconic Shores

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Full Moon Organics Bakery/Restaurant

Breweries in Taconic Shores

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cascade Mountain WineryAmenia Restaurants, Brewers, Business Organizations, Wineries835 Cascade Mountain Rd8453739021
Chatham BrewingBeer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Food & Drink, Breweries, Liquor Stores, Brewery and Beer Store59 Main St5186970202, 15186970202, 5183921026Visit
Maniraj LLCRestaurants, Take Out Restaurants, Indian Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill 485 Main St4137764849Visit
Patrick Henry's TavernBars, Bars / Taverns, Restaurants, Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Bar & Grills, N48 S River St5187319982, 5187319348
Superior Beer Pipe Cleaning - HubSports Bars & Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Lounges, Sports Bars, Be68 Prospect Hill Rd7184291414Visit

Ski Resorts Near Taconic Shores

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hunter Mountain 55.0 13 975 $68 Unknown

Cell Towers in Taconic Shores

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
OVERLOOK DRGTOWER106
635 SNYDERTOWN ROADTOWER81
299 Perrotti RoadGTOWER60
(North Canaan) 34 Lower RdLTOWER59
SMITHFIELD ROADTOWER58
3124 County Route 7LTOWER52
Sopak RoadGTOWER50
(Gallatin site) 295 Sopak RoadLTOWER49
(Milan site) 616 SALISBURY TURNPIKELTOWER45
17 Nicholson Road (97792)MTOWER43
17 Nicholson Road (97792)MTOWER43
ASHLEY FALLS (66561)LTOWER41
ASHLEY FALLS (66561)LTOWER41
ACADAMY & SALISBURY ROADGTOWER38
Catamount Ski Area 3.5 mile E of Breezy Road 1.1 miles S of SR-23TOWER32
78 Catamount RoadGTOWER32
(Stockbridge) APPROX. 650' SW OF LENOX ROAD,MTOWER27

Bridges in Taconic Shores

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1939744,802F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1993734,133F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2011841,759F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193950487F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193930487P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1956120291P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196555217G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196560154P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193952146P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19578954P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19396444P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194036F

Amtrak Stations in Taconic Shores

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hudson, NY69 South Front StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Taconic Shores

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albany International AirportALBLarge Airport
Danbury Municipal AirportDXRMedium Airport
Dutchess County AirportPOUMedium Airport
New York Stewart International AirportSWFMedium Airport
Schenectady County AirportSCHMedium Airport
Accord AirportSmall Airport
Airhaven AirportSmall Airport
Albert Farms AirportSmall Airport
Alexander Farm AirportSmall Airport
Apex AirportSmall Airport
B Flat Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baines AirportSmall Airport
Black Pond AirfieldSmall Airport
Blue Heron AirportSmall Airport
Blueberry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Candlelight Farms AirportSmall Airport
Cannizzaro FieldSmall Airport
Catskill Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Cmelak FieldSmall Airport
Columbia County AirportHCCSmall Airport
Cross' Farm AirportSmall Airport
Deer Run AirportSmall Airport
Docktors FieldSmall Airport
Duanesburg AirportSmall Airport
Flying Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Freehold AirportSmall Airport
Gar FieldSmall Airport
Gardiner AirportSmall Airport
Good Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Greenville-Rainbow AirportSmall Airport
Greig Farm AirportSmall Airport
Harriman and West AirportSmall Airport
Irish Hills Farms AirportSmall Airport
Jerry Phibbs AirportSmall Airport
Johnson Landing StripSmall Airport
Kendalls Lndg Area AirportSmall Airport
Kingston-Ulster AirportSmall Airport
Klaverack AirportSmall Airport
Kline Kill AirportSmall Airport
Kobelt AirportSmall Airport
Long View Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mariaville AerodromeSmall Airport
Meriden Markham Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Morehaven AirportSmall Airport
Mundale AirportSmall Airport
North Canaan Aviation Facilities Inc AirportSmall Airport
Old Orchard AirparkSmall Airport
Old Rhinebeck AerodromeSmall Airport

Police Stations in Taconic Shores

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alford Police DepartmentEast Road
Great Barrington Police Department465 Main Street
Mount Washington Police Department2 Plantain Pond Road
Stockbridge Police Department50 Main Street
Village Of Millerton Police Department
West Stockbridge Police Department21 State Line Road

Grocery Stores in Taconic Shores

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Copake Hillsdale Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets9140 State Route 22
Freshtown of Hillsdale 614Super Store2628 State Route 23
Hillsdale Gulf 1Convenience Store2690 State Route 23
Markristo FarmFarmers and Markets2891 State Route 23
Stewarts Shop 281Convenience Store9248 Route 22

Post Offices in Taconic Shores

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hillsdale Post Office9245 Route 22

Treatment Centers in Taconic Shores

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Austen Riggs CenterMental Health413-298-5511
Brien CenterBoth413-528-9156
Columbia County Dept of Human ServicesMental Health518-828-9446 x2277
Columbia Memorial Hospital - Department of PsychiatryBoth518-828-7601 x8136
Commonwealth CollaborativeSubstance Abuse774-722-0611
MCCA Trinity Glen Mens ProgramSubstance Abuse860-672-6689
Mental Health Association of Columbia - Greene Counties IncMental Health518-828-4619 x317
Mountainside Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse860-824-1397
Spectrum Health Systems IncSubstance Abuse413-347-4647

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taconic Shores

What is the population of Taconic Shores?

Taconic Shores has a population of 629 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 758 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48% female and 52% male.

Is Taconic Shores expensive to live in?

Taconic Shores is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $172,514, 130% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $186,800 (34% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Taconic Shores safe?

The violent crime rate in Taconic Shores is 407 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,518 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Taconic Shores receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Taconic Shores?

Taconic Shores has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches, with 49.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Taconic Shores?

The job market in Taconic Shores is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,082. There are 2,212 business establishments in the area, including 199 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 42 minutes, and 8.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Taconic Shores?

The median home value in Taconic Shores is $186,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $448,865. The homeownership rate is 89.5%. The average annual property tax is $10,790.

How are the schools in Taconic Shores?

Schools in Taconic Shores have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 37.0% of adults in Taconic Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 24.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Taconic Shores?

The obesity rate in Taconic Shores is 31.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 24.6% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 61.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,471.

What is transportation like in Taconic Shores?

The average commute in Taconic Shores is 42 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone to work, 8.7% use public transit, and 8.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Taconic Shores?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Taconic Shores is 92.8% White. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish. 2.7% of the population are military veterans. 24.1% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

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