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 improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Ryan Perez
I'm a project manager and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Evelyn Lee
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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David Cooper
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor recreation is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Adeline White
Weather-wise, the summers are challenging and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Nova Lewis
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is school system. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Emilia White
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Austin and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Downtown. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in education. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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James Howard
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are better than expected, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Jeremiah Anderson
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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