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Brooklyn, NY vs Long Island City, NY
Brooklyn, NY vs Long Island City, NY: What the data shows
Brooklyn, NY is in Brooklyn, NY while Long Island City, NY is in Long Island City, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Brooklyn, NY is the more affordable option at $978,800 median — $32,400 less than Long Island City, NY's $1,011,200. WYLT rates Brooklyn, NY as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and Long Island City, 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 Low violent crime and Low property crime. Long Island City, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Brooklyn, NY has Low flood risk and Long Island City, NY has Low flood risk.
Brooklyn, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Brooklyn, NY scores 100/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Long Island City, NY's 83/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Brooklyn, NY has the higher school rating — Brooklyn, NY rates 7.4/10 and Long Island City, NY rates 7.2/10.
| Category | Brooklyn, NY | Long Island City, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Think twice |
| Median Price | $979K ✓ Lower price | $1.01M |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $3K |
| Median Income | $63K | $110K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate ✓ More stable | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 100/100 ✓ More walkable | 83/100 |
| Transit Score | 73/100 ✓ Better transit | 60/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 | 80/100 |
| Commute | 25 min | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | A ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 ✓ Better schools | 7.2/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesYoung ProfessionalsStudents | Young professionalsCouplesSingles |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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