Living in Beacon, NY
Beacon SnackAbility
8.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
7
Diversity
9.5
Safety
8
Amenities
9
Education
8.5
Commute
3
Beacon, NY Crime Report
216
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,516.7
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-40.95%
Below National Average
Below National Average
Beacon, NY Cost Of Living
123
Beacon's Overall Cost Of Living
Beacon's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
Beacon, New York Info Snack
Beacon is a city located in Dutchess County, New York, United States. The 2010 census placed the city total population at 15,541. Beacon is part of the PoughkeepsieNewburghMiddletown, New York Metropolitan Statistical Area as well as the larger New YorkNewarkBridgeport, New YorkNew JerseyConnecticutPennsylvania Combined Statistical Area. It was named to commemorate the historic beacon fires that blazed forth from the summit of the Fishkill Mountains to alert the Continental Army about British troop movements.
Population
14,279
Unemployment
6.1%
Poverty
8.6%
Median Home
$262,400
Median Income
$74,450
Median Rent
$1,174
Beacon, NY Photos
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Source: Wikipedia User Daniel Case | GFDL
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Map Of Beacon, NY
Population over time in Beacon
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 14,279 | 0.0% |
| 2016 | 14,279 | -0.1% |
| 2015 | 14,289 | -0.6% |
| 2014 | 14,375 | -0.4% |
| 2013 | 14,437 | -1.9% |
| 2012 | 14,724 | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 15,488 | -0.3% |
| 2010 | 15,536 | 0.3% |
| 2009 | 15,494 | - |
| Crime/100k | Beacon | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 182.6 | 350.5 | 368.9 |
| Murder | 0.0 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 77.2 | 93.1 | 86.2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 91.3 | 220.9 | 246.8 |
| Property Crime | 1334.2 | 1440.5 | 2199.5 |
| Burglary | 280.9 | 159.3 | 376.0 |
| Larceny | 997.1 | 1214.0 | 1594.6 |
| Car Theft | 56.2 | 67.2 | 228.9 |
Race / Ethnicity in Beacon
| Race | Beacon | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57.7% | 55.9% | 61.1% |
| African American | 15.3% | 14.3% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 2.5% | 8.2% | 5.4% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 19.7% | 18.9% | 17.8% |
Household Income For Beacon, New York
| Income | Beacon | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.3% | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.8% | 5.2% | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.2% | 8.8% | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9.4% | 10.9% | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.3% | 15.6% | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.7% | 11.9% | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.2% | 15.4% | 14.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.9% | 7.6% | 6.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 9.0% | 9.7% | 7.0% |
Gender in Beacon
| Gender | Beacon | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.5% | 50.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.5% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Beacon for adults over 25
| Education | Beacon | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 28.0% | 26.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 16.0% | 21.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 9.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
