Mechanicstown, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Orange County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Mechanicstown based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
7,479
2023 ACS
Median Income
$90,414
2023
Median Home Value
$293,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,498
2023
Median Age
42.6
Unemployment
12.1%
Cost of Living Index
144.4
100 = national avg
Mechanicstown is a city in Orange County, New York, with a population of 7,479 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Mechanicstown is one of the communities in New York.
The median household income in Mechanicstown is $90,414, and the median home value is $293,800. The cost of living index is 144.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,498 per month. The unemployment rate is 12.1%, and the median age is 42.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
7,479
Male
3,613
48.3%
Female
3,866
51.7%
Median Age
42.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
17.2%
High School or Higher
41.1%
Foreign Born
19.5%
Veterans
5.0%
Married
40.7%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.665
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
39.0%
Foreign Born
19.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
25.4%
1,897 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
74.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
7,006
English Only
78.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
829 speakers
Limited English
8.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.6%
Limited English Proficiency
8.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
376
5.0% of population
Disability Rate
24.5%
92 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$64,526
Unemployment Rate
11.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
376
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$64,526
Non-Veteran Income
$44,469
Difference
$20,057
45.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
92
Without Disability
284
Disability Rate
24.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
5,062
#1 Ancestry
German
11.8% (880)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
11.4% (852)
#3 Ancestry
West Indian
10.3% (769)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
3,275
Family Households
1,927
58.8%
Married Couples
1,286
39.3%
Non-Family Households
1,348
41.2%
Single Mother Households
368
11.2%
Single Father Households
273
8.3%
Living Alone
1,270
38.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
1,325
In Married Couple
906
68.4%
With Single Mother
262
19.8%
With Single Father
157
11.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$105,469
Married Couple Income
$130,000
Single Mother Income
$97,629
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
62
Grandparents Responsible
17
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$90,414
+23% vs national
Per Capita Income
$40,669
+9% vs national
Poverty Rate
12.8%
-6% vs national
Gini Index
0.3843
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
12.1%
+133% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.0%
of households
How Mechanicstown Compares
Mechanicstown vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Mechanicstown is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Mechanicstown, NY has a median household income of $90,414, making it the 6,434th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher median household income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Mechanicstown, NY has a per capita income of $40,669, making it the 8,146th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher per capita income than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Mechanicstown, NY has a poverty rate of 12.8%, making it the 13,330th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher poverty rate than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Mechanicstown, NY has a unemployment rate of 12.1%, making it the 2,862nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher unemployment rate than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Mechanicstown. The median household income here is $90,414.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
12.1%
+142% vs NY avg
Labor Force
3,789
Employed
3,311
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
17.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.6
Work from Home
4.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$98.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
144.4
100 = national avg
+44.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,531
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$150,164
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,979
per month
The median household income in Mechanicstown, NY is $90,414, which is 23.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,669. The poverty rate of 12.8% is higher than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3843, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 12.1%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 3,789. 17.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 73.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 144.4, which is 44.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,531 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$373,000
Median List Price
$330,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Days on Market
22
Active Inventory
11
Months of Supply
2.8
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
75.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.1%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
4
New Listings
4
Pending Sales
5
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$229
Median List $/SF
$240
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Mechanicstown, NY? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY metro area, home prices have risen 411.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 54.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 105.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 59.5%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY housing market rather than Mechanicstown alone.
Metro area: Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY
Mechanicstown vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Mechanicstown is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Mechanicstown, NY has a median home value of $293,800, making it the 7,286th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher median home value than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Mechanicstown, NY has a median rent of $1,498, making it the 4,093rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher median rent than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Mechanicstown, NY has a price per square foot of $229, making it the 6,217th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher price per square foot than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Mechanicstown, NY has a rent burden of 19.9%, making it the 8,956th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Mechanicstown has a higher rent burden than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,498
Total Housing Units
3,355
Vacancy Rate
2.4%
Owner Occupied
55.3%
Renter Occupied
44.7%
Median Property Tax
$5,827
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,605
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,827
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
of home value
Median Home Value
$293,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,541
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,827) by the median home value ($293,800). In Mechanicstown, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 1.98%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Mechanicstown, NY is $373,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 22 days on the market. 75.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $229. The median rent is $1,498 per month (Census ACS). About 55.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1985. There are 3,355 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,827. The effective tax rate is 1.98%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Mechanicstown. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
90.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
90.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
26.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
63.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
36
Public Assistance
$111.1M
Individual Assistance
$10.3M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennings Creek Fire → | Fire | Nov 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2023 | $16.0M | — |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $13.7M | $503K |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Henri → | Hurricane | Aug 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $34.3M | $2.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $3.9M | $222K |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Severe Storm | Sep 2011 | $8.2M | $472K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $25.5M | $6.5M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Dec 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | $2.7M | $84K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2006 | $27K | $2K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | $2.7M | $90K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | $436K | $9K |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Severe Storm | Oct 2004 | — | $4K |
Showing 20 of 38 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,028
Total Claims Paid
$26,776,050
Avg Claim Payout
$13,203
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
34
Federal Funding
$8,244,239
Properties Protected
22
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.61
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 11 | $721,224 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 7 | $1,494,849 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 3 | $14,267 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 3 | $72,976 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $701,123 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Mechanicstown has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, winter weather, landslide. The area has had 36 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (10 declarations). 2,028 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $111,100,724 in public assistance recovery funding. $10,346,037 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 34 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.3%
2.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
15.8%
7.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.0%
1.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.0%
0.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.0%
Arthritis
26.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.8%
Loneliness
31.9%
Lack of Support
26.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
28.0%
Mobility
14.3%
Cognitive
12.1%
Hearing
5.7%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
7.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Mechanicstown has an obesity rate of 33.3%, which is 2.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 15.8%, 7.7pp below the national average. About 10.0% of adults lack health insurance. 81.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
Garnet Health Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garnet Health Medical Center | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| St Anthony Community Hospital | 12.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | — |
| Bon Secours Community Hospital | 13.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| St Luke'S Cornwall Hospital | 18.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Ellenville Regional Hospital | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
43.8K MT
Top Emitter
Orange County Landfill
43.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Under 10,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Orange County Landfill County Of Orange New York | Waste | 43,838 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 43.8K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
73.8%
-6% vs national
Public Transit
3.8%
+318% vs national
Work From Home
4.9%
-48% vs national
Carpool
10.4%
Walk
1.9%
How Mechanicstown's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Mechanicstown, NY covers travel times and transportation modes. 73.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.9% work from home, which is below the NY state average of 11.1%. Public transit is used by 3.8% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 10.4% of workers carpool. 1.9% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
78.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
69.2%
of households
No Internet
16.3%
of households
Total Households
3,275
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
87.2%
of households
Smartphone
81.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
70.1%
of households
Tablet
61.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs Under 10,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Mechanicstown vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
78.1% of households in Mechanicstown have broadband internet access. 69.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.3% of households have no internet access. 11.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Mechanicstown is located in Orange County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Mechanicstown.
Election Overview
Source: Orange County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
80,253
45.8%
GOP Votes
94,936
54.2%
Total Votes
175,189
Margin
R+8.4%
Shift from 2020
R+8.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 80,253 | 94,936 | 175,189 | 45.8% | 54.2% | R+8.4 |
| 2020 | 84,684 | 84,996 | 172,099 | 49.2% | 49.4% | R+0.2 |
| 2016 | 63,037 | 72,129 | 140,753 | 44.8% | 51.2% | R+6.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Orange County recorded 175,189 total votes. Republicans won the county with 54.2% of the vote compared to 45.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+8.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Orange County has shifted 1.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
18
Total Population
134,615
Avg Median Income
-$185,105,122
Avg Home Value
-$147,872,548
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10915 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10916 | 4,531 | $115,227 | $468,000 | $1,196 | 23.5 |
| 10918 | 11,937 | $147,011 | $424,700 | $1,652 | 32.6 |
| 10919 | 1,383 | $106,185 | $418,800 | N/A | 3.8 |
| 10921 | 4,358 | $107,500 | $375,200 | $1,836 | 8.3 |
| 10924 | 13,612 | $114,567 | $433,600 | $1,668 | 40.1 |
| 10932 | 14 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10933 | 312 | N/A | $231,400 | N/A | 1.2 |
| 10940 | 53,099 | $87,198 | $301,400 | $1,600 | 63.1 |
| 10941 | 14,761 | $95,938 | $325,700 | $1,640 | 32.0 |
| 10958 | 2,717 | $156,250 | $369,600 | $2,125 | 21.2 |
| 10963 | 3,940 | $79,265 | $313,400 | $925 | 13.2 |
| 10973 | 2,300 | $133,508 | $379,400 | $1,788 | 8.3 |
| 10985 | 18 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.6 |
| 12543 | 3,147 | $89,293 | $234,500 | $1,492 | 1.5 |
| 12549 | 10,896 | $125,000 | $377,300 | $1,606 | 38.8 |
| 12721 | 7,590 | $84,188 | $307,800 | $1,432 | 24.7 |
| 12722 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
Mechanicstown, NY has 18 ZIP codes with a combined population of 134,615. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$185,105,122. The average median home value is -$147,872,548. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,169.
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