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Hempstead, NY
Hempstead · Nassau County · NY 11550
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$425K
Median Price
74/100
Walk Score
7.3/10
Schools
60 min
to Midtown Manhattan
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
73/100
DQuietness
40/100
D+Commute
55/100
BWalkability
74/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Hempstead has decent walkability and good schools, but the high cost of living, limited transit options, and moderate crime make it a mixed bag. If you’re a family looking for a suburban feel near the city, it could work, but weigh the drawbacks carefully.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with a Walk Score of 74
- ✓Top-rated high schools (average 9/10)
- ✓Median household income above national average
- ✓Moderate rental cost relative to median home price
Real Talk
- !Transit options are limited – you’ll likely need a car
- !Crime data is not stellar; moderate rates of property crime reported
- !Noise can be an issue in some areas due to traffic and proximity to commercial zones
- !Parking is scarce and expensive in many parts of town
- $High property taxes typical of Long Island
- $Parking fees and permits add to living expenses
- $Utility costs (electricity, water) can be higher than average
Best For
FamiliesDog ownersSuburban commutersPeople seeking good schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Hempstead, NY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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