Detroit, MI vs Poughkeepsie, NY
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Detroit
77.3
#253 nationally
Poughkeepsie leads in crime level (17.6 vs 48.8). Poughkeepsie leads in median household income ($53,875 vs $37,761). Detroit leads in cost of living index (82 vs 111).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Detroit, MI | Poughkeepsie, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 633,218 | 31,772 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $76,084 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $37,761 | $53,875 |
| Average Commute | 25.7 min | 25 min |
| Walk Score | 51 | 61 |
| Crime Level | 48.8 | 17.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 82 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+29.0 | D+5.4 |
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77.3 Score
Detroit, MI
Major Michigan city with a diverse economy
Median Home
$76,084
Population
633,218
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
51
Midwest
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Poughkeepsie, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
31,772
Crime
High
Walk Score
61
Median Income
$53,875
Northeast
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