Access to skilled labor in the region is one of Peekskill's strong assets.

The City of Peekskill's geographical locational and both highway and public transportation system through the MTA's Hudson River Line give access to a labor force in the four county region of Westchester, Putnam, Orange nad Rockland Counties.

Approximately 40% of Westchester County's population over the age of 25 have a bachelor's degree or higher education level. While smaller in overall population, neighboring Putnam County rate of residents over the age of 25 with a bachelor's degree or higher exceed 30%.