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Uniondale, New York

Uniondale, New York, in Nassau county, is 1 miles E of Hempstead, New York (center to center) and 20 miles E of New York, New York. The town is conveniently located inside the Nassau - Suffolk metropolitan area. There are an estimated 23,011 people in Uniondale.

The People and Families of Uniondale

In Uniondale, about 38% of adults are married. Families have pride of place in Uniondale, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Approximately 73% of Uniondale is non-white. In New York, the town is known for its racial diversity.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Uniondale had a median family income of $67,264.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($10,200) in Uniondale. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.

Uniondale Housing

Approximately 79% of housing in Uniondale is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the town than you'll find in other towns.

Commuting

In Uniondale, 78% of commuters drive to work. One way to meet people in Uniondale is to try the public transportation system.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyUniondale Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyUniondale Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Uniondale, NY

Comparing Uniondale 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
Racial Diversity1010
Female Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Women76
Well-Paid Single Men65
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Senior Citizens43
Male Share of the Population44
Age of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income87
People in Middle Class or Better65
People Above Poverty65
College Educated Adults54

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home54
Walking and Biking to Work23
Short Commute Times12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Housing Recently Built25
People Living Alone22
Affordability of Property Taxes24
Affordability of Rents23
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

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