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Roslyn Estates, New York

Roslyn Estates, New York, in Nassau county, is 6 miles N of Hempstead, New York (center to center) and 17 miles E of New York, New York. There are an estimated 1,210 people in the village.

The People and Families of Roslyn Estates

In Roslyn Estates, about 79% of adults are married. Many folks in Roslyn Estates are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the village, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Roslyn Estates had a median family income of $157,402. Roslyn Estates has more than its share of wealthy families and people. The village has a large middle class. You won't find a lot of people in Roslyn Estates living below the poverty line. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the village. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Roslyn Estates. If a good man (or woman) is hard to find, try looking in the village, where there happen to be many singles with good incomes.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($500) in Roslyn Estates. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.

Roslyn Estates Housing

Approximately 99% of housing in Roslyn Estates is owner-occupied. Property taxes are a bit high in the village, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.

Commuting

In Roslyn Estates, 77% of commuters drive to work. One way to meet people in Roslyn Estates is to try the public transportation system.

High Points

Roslyn Estates strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

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People in Middle Class or Better
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Well-Paid Single Men
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Well-Paid Single Women
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Low Rate of Poverty
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Comparative Profile of Roslyn Estates, NY

Comparing Roslyn Estates to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women109
Racial Diversity87
Children Under 5 Years Old89
Age of the Population88
Male Share of the Population88
Senior Citizens55
Female Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
Median Family Income1010
People Above Poverty109

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Working at Home1010
Walking and Biking to Work54
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Housing Recently Built36
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
People Living Alone11
Affordability of Rents11
Affordability of Property Taxes11
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