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Introduction to Roslyn Heights, New York
Roslyn Heights, New York, in Nassau county, is 5 miles N of Hempstead, New York (center to center) and 17 miles E of New York, New York. The town has a population of approximately 6,295.
Roslyn Heights History
Roslyn Heights is a census-designated village, in Nassau County. Anchored by the Village of Roslyn, the town is located in the eastern part of the Town of North Hempstead. It is named after the Roslin Castle in Scotland.
Roslyn Heights and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Roslyn Heights
Popular attractions near Roslyn Heights include the Central Park Zoo and the Bronx Zoo. Other places of interest nearby are the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. The Castle Clinton National Monument, situated at the tip of Manhattan, is a prime attraction. The American Folk Art Museum and the Bronx Museum of the Arts are also not far from the town. A trip may be planned to the Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
Roslyn Heights Transportation
Air transportation is available at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Roslyn Heights Higher Education
Long Island University, Hofstra University and SUNY College at Old Westbury are located near Roslyn Heights.
Roslyn Heights strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
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| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 5% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Roslyn Heights to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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