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Brewster, New York

village · Putnam County

At a glance

2,512
Population
$398,200
Median home value (all homes)
31% above U.S. median
$547,256
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,657/mo
Median rent
23% above U.S. median
$62,886
Median household income
20% below U.S. median
22.5 min
Average commute
86%
Homes with broadband
67.28%
Locations with fiber available
2.3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 122 — 22% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing49% above
Goods & services8% above
Utilities12% below
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost14% below
For business: New York is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college9 mi
Nearest community college17 mi
Nearest technical college9 mi
High school graduates80.8%
College graduates19.1%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Putnam county
The Putnam County Economic Development Corporation (PCEDC) is the one-stop shop for companies considering relocating to or expanding in Putnam County. It promotes the economic vitality of Putnam County and works with Commercial Realtors and an array of online resources in the region.
region Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation
The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation is the leading economic development organization in New York’s Hudson Valley region, serving eight counties and acting as a resource for businesses locating to or expanding within the region.
state Lysander  Economic Development
The Town of Lysander Economic Development page describes Lysander as home to companies and organizations of all sizes and highlights resources for easy access to transportation, land for expansion, water supply, and a skilled workforce.
state Queensbury Economic Development
The Town of Queensbury's Economic Development Department aims to maintain a diversified and sustainable local economy by supporting existing businesses and attracting new ones, and offers assistance to individuals and companies wishing to do business in Queensbury.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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