Beacon

NY

Dutchess County, New York

Population 298K |Median income $99,478 |2 hospitals

Population
298,220
Dutchess County
Median Income
$99,478
+46% vs avg
Median Home Value
$400,600
+76% vs avg
Median Age
42.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
298K+0%
Median Income
$99,478+37%
Median Home Value
$400,600+38%
Poverty Rate
8.4%-7%
Unemployment
5.2%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,582/mo
Poverty Rate
8.4% -41% vs avg
Unemployment 5.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.6%
Work From Home 15.3%
Public Transit 3.8%

Population

White 68.8%
African American 9.8%
Asian 3.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.5%
High Blood Pressure
33.4%
Obesity
28.2%
Physical Inactivity
21.6%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.9%
Current Smoking
11%
Current Asthma
10.4%
Diabetes
9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.9%
Annual Checkup 80%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
3.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
NORTHERN DUTCHESS HOSPITAL
RHINEBECK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
VASSAR BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER
POUGHKEEPSIE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Beacon Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Beacon, NY? ▼
Beacon, NY has a population of 298,220 people, located in Dutchess County, New York.
What is the median household income in Beacon? ▼
The median household income in Beacon, NY is $99,478 per year. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
What is the median home value in Beacon? ▼
The median home value in Beacon, NY is $400,600. Median rent is $1,582/month.
What are the top health concerns in Beacon? ▼
The top health indicators in Beacon include Short Sleep Duration (35.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.4%), Obesity (28.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Beacon? ▼
Beacon has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Beacon? ▼
The median age in Beacon, NY is 42.5 years. 41.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Beacon, NY is located in Dutchess County, New York. With a population of 298K and a median household income of $99,478, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Beacon area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Dutchess County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.