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Brooklyn, NY vs Huntington, NY
Brooklyn, NY vs Huntington, NY: What the data shows
Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY while Huntington, NY is in Huntington, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Huntington, NY is the more affordable option at $714,300 median — $646,200 less than Brooklyn, NY's $1,360,500. WYLT rates Brooklyn, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Huntington, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Brooklyn, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Huntington, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk and Huntington, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Brooklyn, NY scores 98/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Huntington, NY's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Brooklyn, NY has the higher school rating — Brooklyn, NY rates 7.4/10 and Huntington, NY rates 7.3/10.
| Category | Brooklyn, NY | Huntington, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Think twice |
| Median Price | $1.36M | $714K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $93K | $164K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 98/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 84/100 ✓ Better transit | 2/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable | 1/100 |
| Commute | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute | 58 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.3/10 |
| Best for | Young professionalsStudentsArt enthusiasts | FamiliesHigh‑earning professionalsRemote workers who drive |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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