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New Hempstead, NY
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New Hempstead, NY
At a Glance
How New Hempstead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Hempstead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Hempstead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Hempstead residents earn a median household income of $131,293 , which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,030. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,607 business establishments, including 835 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Hempstead is $707,300 , 151% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,095,405. Median rent is $2,409/month, with 36.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
New Hempstead reports 224 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 785/100K.
Education
53.4% of adults in New Hempstead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% above the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Hempstead has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.