Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie: The county seat of Dutchess County, New York.
About
Poughkeepsie is a city located in the county of Dutchess in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 43,341 and a population density of 2,926 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,942 inhabitants.
The city was created 340 years ago in 1685.
Quick Facts about Poughkeepsie
| Population | 42,942 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Different from | Poughkeepsie |
| Postal code | 12601–12604 |
| Phone Area Codes | 845 |
| Area | 14.81 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.7004,-73.9210 |
| Altitude | 180 feet / 55 meters |
| Capital city | Poughkeepsie is capital of Dutchess County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1686 (340 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 15:04:16 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 2,899 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.93% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Poughkeepsie is located at 41°42'1"N 73°55'15"W (41.7003700, -73.9209700).
Poughkeepsie map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 59. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Poughkeepsie decreased by 0.93% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,341 | - | census |
| 2011 | 45,264 | 4.25% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 45,029 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 44,874 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 44,620 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 44,390 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 44,156 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 44,147 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 44,132 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 44,062 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,942 | -2.61% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Poughkeepsie
1Poughkeepsie City Hall
62 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 View details
Phone: +18454514200 | Website available
People born in Poughkeepsie (164)
People born in Poughkeepsie, including actor Michael Manasseri, screenwriter, director, producer, actor, author, and film editor Ed Wood, U.S. photographer and photojournalist Lee Miller, .
More notable people
- Abraham Rattner (American artist (1893-1978)) he was born in 08/07/1893
- Adrianne Pieczonka (Canadian musician) she was born in 02/03/1963
- Debi Thomas (figure skater) she was born in 25/03/1967
- Happy Rhodes (American singer-songwriter) she was born in 09/08/1965
- Elisa Donovan (American actress) she was born in 03/02/1971
- Delilah Strong (American movie actress) she was born in 26/07/1982
- James Emott (American politician (1771-1850)) he was born in 09/03/1771
- Thomas J. Oakley (American politician (1783-1857)) he was born in 10/11/1783
- Anna Morton (Second Lady of the United States) she was born in 18/05/1846
- Paul K. Benedict (American anthropologist, mental health professional, and linguist) he was born in 05/07/1912
- Carolyn Garcia (Merry Prankster) she was born in 06/05/1946
- Philip S. Crooke (American politician (1810-1881)) he was born in 02/03/1810
- Bill Duke (American actor and director) he was born in 26/02/1943
- Stephen Randall Harris (American politician (1802-1879)) he was born in 01/01/1802
- Alfred Mosher Butts (American designer and architect; creator of Scrabble) he was born in 13/04/1899
- Charles Van Wyck (Union Army officer (1824-1895)) he was born in 10/05/1824
- Charles Z. Platt (American politician (1773-1822)) he was born in 22/07/1773
- Charles Bodle (American politician (1787-1835)) he was born in 01/01/1787
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Poughkeepsie, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190840 | Dutchess Community College | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601-1595 |
| 192819 | Marist College | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601 |
| 197133 | Vassar College | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12604 |
| 190503 | Culinary Institute of America | Hyde Park (NY) | 12538-1499 |
| 431105 | Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601-6599 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Poughkeepsie, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| POU | Poughkeepsie station | 41 Main St. | RAIL |
| RHI | Rhinecliff–Kingston station | Hutton and Charles Sts. | RAIL |
| CRT | Croton–Harmon station | 1 Croton Point Avenue | RAIL |
| HUD | Hudson | 69 South Front St. | RAIL |
| STM | Stamford Transportation Center | Washington Blvd and South State St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Poughkeepsie.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Poughk Post Office | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601 |
| Arlington Post Office | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12603 |
| Arlington Carrier Annex Post Office | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12603 |
| South Road Post Office | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601 |
| Milton Post Office | Milton (NY) | 12547 |
Other cities in Dutchess County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dutchess County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| East Fishkill | 29,503 | City in Dutchess County, New York, United States of America |
| Beekman | 14,344 | Town of the United States |
| Beacon | 13,930 | City in Dutchess County, New York, United States |
| Pleasant Valley | 9,615 | Human settlement in Dutchess County, New York, United States of America |
| Pawling | 8,165 | Village in Dutchess County, New York, USA |
| Chestnut Ridge | 7,994 | Town in Rockland County, New York, USA |
| Rhinebeck | 7,792 | Village in New York |
| Myers Corner | 6,790 | Census-designated place in Dutchess County, New York |
| Wappingers Falls | 5,509 | Village in New York |
| Amenia | 4,385 | Town in Dutchess County, New York |
| Bethel | 4,159 | Town in Sullivan County, New York, USA |
| Spackenkill | 4,123 | Census-designated place in Dutchess County, New York |
| Haviland | 3,634 | City in Kiowa County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Red Oaks Mill | 3,613 | Hamlet (and census-designated place) in Dutchess County, in the U. |
| Brinckerhoff | 2,900 | Census-designated place in Dutchess County, New York |
| Crown Heights | 2,840 | Neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City |
Distance to Other Cities
Poughkeepsie distances to largest New York cities