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Long Island City, NY vs Park Slope, NY
Long Island City, NY vs Park Slope, NY: What the data shows
Long Island City, NY is in Long Island City, NY while Park Slope, NY is in Park Slope, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Long Island City, NY is the more affordable option at $1,011,200 median — $586,200 less than Park Slope, NY's $1,597,400. WYLT rates Long Island City, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Park Slope, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Long Island City, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Park Slope, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Long Island City, NY has Low flood risk and Park Slope, NY has Low flood risk.
Park Slope, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. Long Island City, NY scores 83/100 (very walkable) versus Park Slope, NY's 98/100 (exceptionally walkable). For families weighing school quality, Park Slope, NY has the higher school rating — Long Island City, NY rates 7.2/10 and Park Slope, NY rates 7.4/10.
| Category | Long Island City, NY | Park Slope, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $1.01M ✓ Lower price | $1.6M |
| Median Rent | $3K ✓ Lower rent | $3K |
| Median Income | $110K | $174K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | High | Moderate ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 83/100 | 98/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 60/100 | 75/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 80/100 | 80/100 |
| Commute | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute | 21 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 | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Young professionalsCouplesSingles | Young professionalsFamilies with kidsHigh‑income remote workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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