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Is Rifton a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe43
Medium70
Low46
Other375
31 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved5
Assault0
Other19
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are responding to a reported CPR-in-progress situation at a rehab facility on Albany Post Road in the Roosevelt Station 5 area. | Albany Post Rd 2nd floor, room 202, Staatsburg, NY 12580 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services respond to an 18-year-old male with a lip laceration at Ulster County Jail near Albert Street and Wilmarth Court in Kingston. | Boulevard, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic one is transporting a patient to Health Alliance under a mental health pickup order. | Marys Ave, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported vehicle fire near Broadway in Kingston. The fire was apparently already out on arrival, and a unit was redirected to check the municipal parking lot area near the intersection of Jansen and Foxhall. | Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a report of three suspicious people and a white hatchback vehicle near North Broadway near First Avenue (dead end). The caller reported the group had an unknown item on the ground, and the vehicle then headed up North Broadway. | N Broadway & 1st Ave, Port Ewen, NY 12401 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a county crisis support center on Broadway in Kingston for an adult man with apparent breathing difficulty and an emotional crisis. | Center St, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 32-year-old woman reported shortness of breath and lightheadedness after driving for about an hour. The incident occurred in the parking lot near Broadway, Hudson View Terrace, and St. Joseph's Boulevard. | Broadway, Port Ewen, NY 12466 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency involving a 32-year-old female who is short of breath in the parking lot near Broadway and Hudson View Terrace in Ulster Park. | Broadway, Ulster Park, NY 12487 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a report of someone lying in the back parking lot near Fernway Road. A medic unit was requested but later canceled when it appeared the person just wanted some air. | Fernway Rd, Kingston, NY 12401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a multi-unit building near Fernway Road in Kingston. A small fire on a stove in one room led to a partial evacuation, with no apparent fire spread beyond the stove. Crews ventilated the building and transported one person to a nearby hospital for basic medical care. | Fernway Rd, Kingston, NY 12401 | Fire |
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College Educated Adults
27.5%
Per Capita Income
$54,498
Child Poverty Rate
44.6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Rifton is a small, historic town with a population of 481 and a large stock of pre-World War II homes.
It has a diverse population with a mix of very wealthy and poor residents, and a higher childhood poverty rate than most U.S. neighborhoods.
Historic HomesDiverse PopulationRetiree Friendly
Housing market and real estate character
Rifton offers a range of housing options including older, historic homes.
| Housing Age | Large stock of pre-World War II architecture |
|---|
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are older, reflecting the town's history.
Families & Lifestyle
Rifton has a mixed workforce and a significant share of residents working from home.
Mixed Workforce — Balanced blue-collar and white-collar employment.
Retiree Friendly — Peaceful and quiet with a diverse age mix.
| Work From Home Rate | 25.5% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 39.9% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 44.6% |
Demographics
| College Educated Adults | 27.5% |
|---|---|
| Per Capita Income | $54,498 |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 44.6% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 7.5% |
| Russian Ancestry | 3.8% |
| Top Languages | ["English (95.8%)","Spanish (2.1%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (16.1%)","Irish (13.7%)","Polish (9.6%)","Italian (9.3%)","Jamaican (7.5%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes and primarily drive alone to work.
Rifton offers manageable commute times with predominant car use.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Dependency — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Commute Time 15-30 Minutes | 45.0% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 70.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.2% |
Homes for sale near 12487
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the education level in Rifton?
27.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree or higher, above the US average.
How diverse is Rifton?
The neighborhood has notable Jamaican and Russian ancestry populations.
What are typical commute patterns?
Most residents drive alone with commute times between 15 and 30 minutes.