Brinckerhoff, New York facts for kids
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Brinckerhoff, New York
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Location of Brinckerhoff, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Dutchess |
| Towns | Fishkill, Wappinger |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.76 sq mi (4.57 km2) |
| • Land | 1.76 sq mi (4.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,377 |
| • Density | 1,918.75/sq mi (740.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-08334 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0972261 |
Brinckerhoff is a small community in Dutchess County, New York. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). A hamlet is a small settlement, and a CDP is an area defined by the government for collecting census data.
In 2010, about 2,900 people lived here. Brinckerhoff is part of a larger group of cities and towns. This group includes Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, and Middletown. It is also part of the even bigger New York metropolitan area.
Brinckerhoff is located in the northeastern part of the town of Fishkill. It is just northeast of the village of Fishkill.
Where is Brinckerhoff Located?
Brinckerhoff is in the southwestern part of Dutchess County. Its exact location is about 41.55 degrees North and 73.87 degrees West. Most of the community is in the town of Fishkill. A small part of it also reaches into the town of Wappinger.
The total area of Brinckerhoff is about 1.76 square miles (4.57 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.01 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Brinckerhoff?
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| 2020 | 3,377 | — | |
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According to the census from 2000, there were 2,734 people living in Brinckerhoff. These people lived in 999 households. Most households, about 66%, were married couples living together. About 34% of households had children under 18.
The population was spread out by age. About 24% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13% were 65 years or older. The average age of people in Brinckerhoff was 39 years old.
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