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West Hempstead, NY


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West Hempstead, New York

West Hempstead, New York, in Nassau county, is 1 miles W of Hempstead, New York (center to center) and 17 miles E of New York, New York. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Nassau - Suffolk metropolitan area. West Hempstead contains a population of approximately 18,713.

The People and Families of West Hempstead

In West Hempstead, about 58% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in West Hempstead, at least compared to other towns of its size. The town has a large-family feeling.

Approximately 17% of West Hempstead is non-white. West Hempstead offers a wonderful balance of many varieties of people.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, West Hempstead had a median family income of $78,481.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in West Hempstead favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $20,710. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

West Hempstead Housing

West Hempstead has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 88% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the town might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in New York, which may reflect a commitment to education in the town.

Commuting

In West Hempstead, 84% of commuters drive to work. In the town, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWest Hempstead Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%West Hempstead Median Family Income
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%West Hempstead Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of West Hempstead, NY

Comparing West Hempstead 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 Diversity99
Well-Paid Single Men87
Well-Paid Single Women76
Male Share of the Population77
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Age of the Population64
Senior Citizens65
Female Share of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income98
People in Middle Class or Better88
College Educated Adults87
People Above Poverty87

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Working at Home76
Walking and Biking to Work23
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals23
Housing Recently Built25
People Living Alone22
Affordability of Rents13
Affordability of Property Taxes12

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