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Croton On Hudson, NY


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Croton-on-Hudson, New York

Croton On Hudson is home to some 7,606 residents.

The People and Families of Croton-on-Hudson

In Croton On Hudson, about 62% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Croton On Hudson had a median family income of $100,182. More so than most places, the people in Croton On Hudson generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the village with spending money keeps the village vital. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Croton On Hudson. Home-based work is more common in the village than in most places. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Croton On Hudson.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Croton On Hudson. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Croton-on-Hudson Housing

According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Croton On Hudson was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice village, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Croton On Hudson, 63% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at the village.

High Points

Croton On Hudson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyCroton On Hudson Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyCroton On Hudson Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyCroton On Hudson Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyCroton On Hudson Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Croton On Hudson College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Croton On Hudson People in Middle Class or Better
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Croton On Hudson Low Violent Crime
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Croton On Hudson Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Comparing Croton On Hudson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Age of the Population98
Children Under 5 Years Old810
Female Share of the Population77
Racial Diversity67
Senior Citizens54
Male Share of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married88
Average Household Size77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
College Educated Adults1010
People in Middle Class or Better99
People Above Poverty98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home1010
Walking and Biking to Work46
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
People Living Alone44
Housing Recently Built26
Affordability of Rents23
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime98
Low Property Crime86
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