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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.
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.
In 2000, West Hempstead had a median family income of $78,481.
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 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.
In West Hempstead, 84% of commuters drive to work. In the town, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.
Comparing West Hempstead to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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