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Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn · NY 11215
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.9M
Median Price
99/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
21 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
74/100
FQuietness
30/100
B+Commute
85/100
AWalkability
99/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
This Brooklyn zip code, heavily encompassing parts of desirable Park Slope, offers an exceptional urban living experience for those who can afford it. With outstanding walkability, transit, and top-tier amenities, it's a vibrant, well-educated community with good schools and a quick commute to Manhattan. Be prepared for a very high cost of living.
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The Good
- ✓Exceptional walkability and access to urban amenities (Walk Score: 99)
- ✓Excellent public transit options (Transit Score: 75) and very bikeable (Bike Score: 80)
- ✓Highly educated and affluent population with a median household income of $185,865
- ✓Commute to Midtown Manhattan is a fast 21 minutes
- ✓Good average school rating (7.4), though local school research is advised
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !Housing costs are extremely high, both for purchasing and renting, representing a significant barrier to entry
- !Very high population density typical of desirable urban areas in NYC, meaning less personal space
- !While the average school rating is good, some high schools listed are specialized city-wide schools, so parents should research local zoned schools carefully
- !Urban environment means noise levels are generally higher than suburban areas
- !Limited car ownership due to high parking costs and excellent transit
- $High New York City property taxes and general state/local tax burden
- $Overall cost of living in NYC (groceries, services, entertainment) is significantly higher than national average
- $Potential high costs for childcare or private schooling for families
Best For
Affluent professionals and couplesFamilies prioritizing urban living and strong schools (with research)Individuals seeking a highly walkable, transit-rich lifestyleThose who value vibrant community life and cultural access
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Brooklyn, NY
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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