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Wappingers Falls, New York

village · Dutchess County

At a glance

5,761
Population
$337,200
Median home value (all homes)
11% above U.S. median
$506,623
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,538/mo
Median rent
14% above U.S. median
$65,040
Median household income
17% below U.S. median
23.7 min
Average commute
89.8%
Homes with broadband
93.72%
Locations with fiber available
7.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 118 — 18% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing29% above
Goods & services8% above
Utilities18% above
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost10% 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 college6 mi
Nearest community college9 mi
Nearest technical college7 mi
High school graduates79.9%
College graduates23.3%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Dutchess County Alliance for Business
Think Dutchess Alliance for Business is a small nonprofit agency with big goals. We wear many hats and can assist organizations with their business development needs in many different ways. We help establish relationships, build networks and generate resources to meet the needs of businesses and increase the economic viability of Dutchess County.
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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