Hempstead, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
58,569 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,454 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$442,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,448 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,551 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nassau County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Nassau County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 5 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 79% of residents leaning left and 16% leaning right.

Liberal (81%) (16%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 16%
Hillary Clinton 82%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NY State Senate District 6, NY Assembly District 18, NY
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Schools

Front Street Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Barack Obama Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Access Careers
<1 miles, NE
Molloy College
1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Nyu Winthrop Hospital
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mount Sinai South Nassau
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Nassau University Medical Center
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
14 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
26 miles, N • 1.4 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
28 miles, E • 1.4 star
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