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Kerhonkson, NY


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Kerhonkson, New York

Kerhonkson, New York, in Ulster county, is 51 miles NW of Danbury, Connecticut (center to center) and 72 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. The town has a population of 1,732.

The People and Families of Kerhonkson

In Kerhonkson, about 50% of adults are married. Kerhonkson is known for its large population of single adults.

Interestingly, the town is known for having more men than similar towns.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Kerhonkson had a median family income of $43,500.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Kerhonkson ($1,100). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Kerhonkson Housing

About 70% of housing units in Kerhonkson are owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.

Commuting

In Kerhonkson, 95% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Kerhonkson Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Kerhonkson, NY

Comparing Kerhonkson 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
Male Share of the Population910
Racial Diversity97
Well-Paid Single Men85
Senior Citizens78
Well-Paid Single Women73
Age of the Population66
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Female Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size54
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults84
Median Family Income63
People Above Poverty64
People in Middle Class or Better53

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work65
Working at Home55
Short Commute Times56
Public Transportation Use52

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
People Living Alone67
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents37
Affordability of Property Taxes28
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