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Astoria, NY vs Brooklyn, NY
Astoria, NY vs Brooklyn, NY: What the data shows
Astoria, NY is in Astoria, NY while Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Astoria, NY is the more affordable option at $662,700 median — $1,173,900 less than Brooklyn, NY's $1,836,600. WYLT rates Astoria, NY as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Brooklyn, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Astoria, NY has the stronger safety profile of the two. Astoria, NY has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Brooklyn, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Astoria, NY has Low flood risk and Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Astoria, NY scores N/A/100 versus Brooklyn, NY's 94/100 (exceptionally walkable). For families weighing school quality, Astoria, NY has the higher school rating — Astoria, NY rates 7.6/10 and Brooklyn, NY rates 7.4/10.
| Category | Astoria, NY | Brooklyn, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Think twice |
| Median Price | $663K ✓ Lower price | $1.84M |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $82K | $130K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 94/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 42/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 11 min ✓ Shorter commute | 18 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.6/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.4/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesYoung professionalsFoodies | Young professionalsArtistsStudents |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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