Hopewell Junction, New York facts for kids
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Hopewell Junction, New York
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The former rail depot that served the junction of ND&C, NY&NE, and DCR for which the community was named
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Location of Hopewell Junction, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Dutchess |
| Town | East Fishkill |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.74 sq mi (1.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.74 sq mi (1.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 246 ft (75 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,330 |
| • Density | 1,792.45/sq mi (691.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
12533
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-35573 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0953194 |
Hopewell Junction is a small community in Dutchess County, New York. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). In 2020, about 1,330 people lived there.
Hopewell Junction is part of a larger area. This includes cities like Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, and Middletown. It is also connected to the even bigger New York City metropolitan area.
This community is located within the town of East Fishkill. It got its name because it was once an important railroad junction. This is where three different railway lines met. These lines later became part of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad system.
Today, Hopewell Junction is a stop on the Empire State Trail. This trail is great for biking and walking. It connects to the Dutchess Rail Trail, which goes west to the Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie. It also links to the Maybrook Trailway, which winds through hills towards Brewster, New York.
In 2005, Money magazine called Hopewell Junction one of the "Most Desirable Places to Live." It was ranked #31 on their list.
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Location and Area of Hopewell Junction
Hopewell Junction is located near the center of East Fishkill. It sits just north of Fishkill Creek.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the area of Hopewell Junction is about 1.93 square kilometers (0.74 square miles). Most of this area is land. This is a smaller area than it was in 2000.
People Living in Hopewell Junction
The number of people living in Hopewell Junction has changed over time. In 2000, there were 2,610 people. By 2020, the population was 1,330.
In 2000, there were 894 households in Hopewell Junction. A household is a group of people living together. About 42% of these households had children under 18. Most households (65.9%) were married couples.
The average household had about 2.91 people. The average family had about 3.37 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 20.9% were under 18 years old. About 10% were 65 years or older.
The median income for a household in 2000 was $106,042. This means half of the households earned more, and half earned less. For families, the median income was $135,625.
Getting Around Hopewell Junction
Hopewell Junction has public transportation. It is served by Dutchess County Public Transit's route F. This bus route helps people travel around the area.
Trump National Golf Club
The Trump National Golf Club, Hudson Valley is located in Hopewell Junction. It was originally called Branton Woods Golf Club. The golf club is built on what used to be a large farm. This farm was once home to bison.
Famous People from Hopewell Junction
Many interesting people have connections to Hopewell Junction.
- Anil Beephan Jr. is a politician. He is a member of the New York State Assembly.
- Trenten Anthony Beram is a sprinter. He won two gold medals at the SEA Games. He represented the Philippines.
- Ilya Bolotowsky was a famous Russian abstract painter. He spent his summers on Palen Road.
- Greg Fleming is a CEO. He leads Rockefeller Capital Management.
- Gerardo Joseph Colacicco is a vicar. He works at St. Denis Church.
- Lucinda Franks was a well-known journalist.
- Willie Fraser played Major League Baseball.
- Dominick John Lagonegro is a pastor. He leads St. Columba's Church.
- Henry Morgenthau Jr. was an important person in government. He was the Secretary of the Treasury under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. He started Fishkill Farms orchard in Hopewell Junction.
- Patti Murin is an actress.
- Curtis Ofori is a professional soccer player. He plays for the New York Red Bulls.
- Joe Panik was a MLB second baseman. He won the 2014 World Series with the San Francisco Giants.
- Paul Panik is a college baseball coach. He is Joe Panik's brother.
- Sneha Anne Philip was a doctor. She was declared a victim of the September 11 attacks.
- Jason Scott is a technology historian and archivist.
- Thomas Storm was an officer in the American Revolutionary War.
- William Peterfield Trent was an academic and author.
See also
In Spanish: Hopewell Junction para niños
