State Senate District 5, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
322,739 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$152,720 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$627,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,244 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 50
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 46
Dec 4 5 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 3%

Schools

Winthrop Avenue School
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
John F Kennedy High School
<1 miles, SW 5 star

Colleges

Brittany Beauty Academy
4 miles, NE 1 star
Hunter Business School
5 miles, NE 1.4 star
Hofstra University
6 miles, NW 3.2 star

Hospitals

Nassau University Medical Center
5 miles, N 1.4 star
Chsli St Joseph Hospital
5 miles, NE 2.3 star
Mount Sinai South Nassau
6 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
20 miles, NW 4.6 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
24 miles, E 1.4 star
Westchester County Airport
30 miles, N 1.4 star