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Hempstead, NY Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Amelia Wright

Considering Hempstead vs Denver -help me decide

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborh...

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lake_luca50

Most overrated things about Hempstead

OK so Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. The median home value here is around $442,100, which is pretty steep. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent...

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Amelia Wright

First time home buyer in Hempstead

Hey folks, I'm single, late 40s, and Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do?

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Luna Bennett

Anyone work in healthcare in Hempstead?

Alright, Median household income is $82,454, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,649/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarc...

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Luna Bennett

Working remotely from Hempstead

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 30s, and Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. Rent is about $1,649/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. With a population of 58,569, ...

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Luna Bennett

Hempstead is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong here? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Isla Perez

What to expect moving to Hempstead?

So, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts.

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Harper Martin

Is Hempstead getting better or worse?

Alright, The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Cost o...

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Abigail Morgan

Is Hempstead a good place to live?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,649 for rent here. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,649/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it...

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Austin M.

Working remotely from Hempstead

I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. The school sy...

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Amelia Wright

Best neighborhoods to rent in Hempstead?

You can expect to pay around $1,649 for rent here. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Traffic ca...

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Amelia Wright

Best kept secrets of Hempstead, NY

Hello, Born and raised here. You can expect to pay around $1,649 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-leve...

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Emmett

Relocating to Hempstead, NY -pros and cons?

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-depe...

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Willow Nguyen

Commute times in Hempstead -how bad?

Curious what people think. I'm a 39-year-old project manager and The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very c...

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Caroline

Best neighborhoods to rent in Hempstead?

Hey, I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is d...

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Amelia Wright

What I wish I knew before living in Hempstead

OK so We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Should I be concerned?

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Everly Myers

First time home buyer in Hempstead

I work in education and It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. You can expect to pay around $1,649 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development...

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Landon Martinez

Hempstead quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey, I'm a 27-year-old contractor and Median household income is $82,454, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. TIA!

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Michael Collins

Best coffee shops in Hempstead?

So, I'm a 53-year-old contractor and The median home value here is around $442,100, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. The parks and outdoor areas...

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larunner2026

Should I move to Hempstead or stay in Chicago?

Hello, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has ...

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Grace M.

Day-to-day life in Hempstead, NY

Not sure if this has been asked before, but My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. Property taxes are high but y...

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Grace M.

Moving to Hempstead with kids -good idea?

Longtime lurker here, I work in media and Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Worth the trade-offs? The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Emmett

Hempstead job market vs Phoenix

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $442,100, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property tax...

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Willow Nguyen

The good and bad of living in Hempstead

Been meaning to ask this. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Austin M.

Is Hempstead getting better or worse?

Random thought, Just moved here 2 months ago and Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. Median household income is $82,454, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. Downtown has improved a lo...

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dallas_nicholas

Day-to-day life in Hempstead, NY

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $442,100 on average. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of...

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Amy L.

Weekend activities in Hempstead?

It's a a smaller city city with about 58,569 people. With a population of 58,569, Hempstead is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do?

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Isla Perez

First time home buyer in Hempstead

OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $82,454 in Hempstead. Poverty rate is 13.0%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $1,649 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young single...

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Wyatt Perez

Moving from Salt Lake City to Hempstead next month

Hey, Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Hempstead sits at 119.0 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is concerning. The median home value here is around $442,100, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are...

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