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Introduction to Old Bethpage, New York
Old Bethpage, New York, in Nassau County, is 4 miles NE of Levittown, New York and 27 miles E of New York, New York. The town’s population is 5,400.
Old Bethpage History
Thomas Powell bought 10,000 acres of land from natives in the area and named it Bethphage after the biblical town, which was located between Jerusalem and Jericho.
Old Bethpage and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Old Bethpage
American Airpower Museum, Hicksville Gregory Museum and Old Bethpage Village Restoration are some of the museums located near Old Bethpage. Historic sites located nearby include the Bartow-Pell Mansion, Putnam Cottage and Eagles Nest. Belmont Lake State Park, Bethpage State Park and Cantiague Park offer various recreational opportunities.
Old Bethpage Transportation
Air transportation is available from John F Kennedy International Airport.
Old Bethpage Higher Education
Nearby colleges and universities include Adelphi University, the College of New Rochelle and Concordia College Bronxville.
Old Bethpage strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
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| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Old Bethpage to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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