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Binghamton, NY vs Brooklyn, NY
Binghamton, NY vs Brooklyn, NY: What the data shows
Binghamton, NY is in Binghamton, NY while Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Binghamton, NY is the more affordable option at $138,800 median — $899,100 less than Brooklyn, NY's $1,037,900. WYLT rates Binghamton, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Brooklyn, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Binghamton, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Brooklyn, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Binghamton, NY has Low flood risk and Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Binghamton, NY scores 11/100 (car-dependent) versus Brooklyn, NY's 48/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Brooklyn, NY has the higher school rating — Binghamton, NY rates 6.6/10 and Brooklyn, NY rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Binghamton, NY | Brooklyn, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $139K ✓ Lower price | $1.04M |
| Median Rent | $754 ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $50K | $61K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate ✓ More stable | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 11/100 | 48/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 52/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 3/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 210 min | 30 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.6/10 | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | FamiliesRetireesStudents | Families with kidsCommuners to Midtown ManhattanThose who value diversity |
Bottom line
For families with kids, consider Brooklyn; it has slightly better schools and a more reasonable commute, but its high home prices may be a challenge. For retirees, students, and remote workers on a budget, Binghamton offers lower costs of living, but its walkability and public transit options are significantly worse. Overall, it's a trade-off between affordability and convenience.
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