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Brooklyn, NY vs Troy, NY
Brooklyn, NY vs Troy, NY: What the data shows
Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY while Troy, NY is in Troy, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Troy, NY is the more affordable option at $211,600 median — $1,148,900 less than Brooklyn, NY's $1,360,500. WYLT rates Brooklyn, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Troy, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Brooklyn, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Troy, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk and Troy, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Brooklyn, NY scores 98/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Troy, NY's 20/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Brooklyn, NY rates 7.4/10 and Troy, NY rates 7.4/10.
| Category | Brooklyn, NY | Troy, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $1.36M | $212K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $93K ✓ Higher income | $69K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 98/100 ✓ More walkable | 20/100 |
| Transit Score | 84/100 ✓ Better transit | 2/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable | 2/100 |
| Commute | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute | 90 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 | 7.4/10 |
| Best for | Young professionalsStudentsArt enthusiasts | FamiliesBudget‑conscious home buyersRemote workers needing affordable housing |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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