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Hopewell Junction, New York

Hopewell Junction, New York, in Dutchess county, is 22 miles NW of Danbury, Connecticut (center to center) and 59 miles N of New York, New York. The town has a population of 2,610.

The People and Families of Hopewell Junction

In Hopewell Junction, about 64% of adults are married. There's no shortage of married couples in Hopewell Junction. "Full house" describes much of the households in the town, with the many large families there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hopewell Junction had a median family income of $67,250. Hopewell Junction benefits from its educated workforce.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Hopewell Junction residents, with $5,700. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Hopewell Junction Housing

In Hopewell Junction, 73% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, the town may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young. Landlords in Hopewell Junction rent a large number of single bedroom units.

Commuting

In Hopewell Junction, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Hopewell Junction strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Hopewell Junction Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Hopewell Junction People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Hopewell Junction Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Hopewell Junction College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Hopewell Junction Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Hopewell Junction Well-Paid Single Women
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Hopewell Junction Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Hopewell Junction, NY

Comparing Hopewell Junction 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 Men107
Well-Paid Single Women96
Racial Diversity97
Children Under 5 Years Old89
Male Share of the Population78
Age of the Population43
Female Share of the Population43
Senior Citizens22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size109
Portion of People Married109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income107
People in Middle Class or Better108
College Educated Adults107
People Above Poverty98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use105
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals108
Housing Recently Built69
Seasonal and Vacation Housing66
People Living Alone23
Affordability of Rents25
Affordability of Property Taxes15
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