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Elmhurst, NY vs Huntington, NY
Elmhurst, NY vs Huntington, NY: What the data shows
Elmhurst, NY is in Elmhurst, NY while Huntington, NY is in Huntington, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Elmhurst, NY is the more affordable option at $659,200 median — $55,100 less than Huntington, NY's $714,300. WYLT rates Elmhurst, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Huntington, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Elmhurst, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Huntington, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Elmhurst, NY has Low flood risk and Huntington, NY has Low flood risk.
Elmhurst, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Elmhurst, NY scores 96/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Huntington, NY's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Elmhurst, NY has the higher school rating — Elmhurst, NY rates 7.4/10 and Huntington, NY rates 7.3/10.
| Category | Elmhurst, NY | Huntington, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $659K ✓ Lower price | $714K |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $67K | $164K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 96/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 64/100 ✓ Better transit | 2/100 |
| Bike Score | 74/100 ✓ More bikeable | 1/100 |
| Commute | 15 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 | RentersStudentsFamilies | FamiliesHigh‑earning professionalsRemote workers who drive |
Bottom line
If you're a student, renter, or someone looking to avoid a car for daily life, choose Elmhurst despite its affordability concerns. If you're a family or a high-earning professional with a reliable car and prioritize good schools in a quiet setting, Huntington might be worth the higher costs. Both neighborhoods have trade-offs, so think twice before committing.
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