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Hempstead, NY vs New York City, NY
Hempstead, NY vs New York City, NY: What the data shows
Hempstead, NY is in Hempstead, NY while New York City, NY is in New York City, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Hempstead, NY is the more affordable option at $425,300 median — $1,025,100 less than New York City, NY's $1,450,400. WYLT rates Hempstead, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and New York City, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Hempstead, NY has the stronger safety profile of the two. Hempstead, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. New York City, NY has High violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Hempstead, NY has Low flood risk and New York City, NY has Low flood risk.
New York City, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Hempstead, NY scores 74/100 (very walkable) versus New York City, NY's 100/100 (exceptionally walkable). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — Hempstead, NY rates 7.3/10 and New York City, NY rates 7.3/10.
| Category | Hempstead, NY | New York City, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $425K ✓ Lower price | $1.45M |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $83K | $102K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate ✓ More stable | High |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 74/100 | 100/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 42/100 | 100/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 60 min | 3 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.3/10 | 7.3/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesDog ownersSuburban commuters | young professionalsartistsstudents |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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