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Brooklyn, NY vs Yonkers, NY
Brooklyn, NY vs Yonkers, NY: What the data shows
Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY while Yonkers, NY is in Yonkers, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Yonkers, NY is the more affordable option at $400,300 median — $699,800 less than Brooklyn, NY's $1,100,100. WYLT rates Brooklyn, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Yonkers, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Brooklyn, NY has the stronger safety profile of the two. Brooklyn, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Yonkers, NY has Moderate violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk and Yonkers, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Brooklyn, NY scores 72/100 (very walkable) versus Yonkers, NY's 8/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Brooklyn, NY has the higher school rating — Brooklyn, NY rates 7.4/10 and Yonkers, NY rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Brooklyn, NY | Yonkers, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $1.1M | $400K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $54K | $60K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 72/100 ✓ More walkable | 8/100 |
| Transit Score | 61/100 ✓ Better transit | 4/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 24 min ✓ Shorter commute | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.1/10 |
| Best for | young professionalsstudentsremote workers | commutersfamiliesbudget‑conscious New Yorkers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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