Hudson Valley Demographics

Peekskill is an important part of the Hudson Valley area and a major draw for the communities.

According to the 2000 Census, the city was 4.3 square miles, had 5,219 people per square mile and more than 8,000 households in Peekskill.

Median Value (single family): $193,500
Average Value (single family): $198,412
Median Household Income: $45,272
Total population: 22,441

Distribution by Age: Years of age	Distribution by Race:
1-14 - 4,741 15-24 - 2,596 25-44 - 7,835 45-59 - 3,948 60 plus - 3,321	White - 12,819 African American - 5,732 Hispanic - 4,920 Asian - 535 Other - 2,219

For more information about the demographics of the area, visit the chamber online at www.hvgatewaychamber.com.