Name: Hempstead, NY
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Living in Hempstead, NY

Ranks better than 78% of areas Follow

Population

55,153

Median Age

35.2 Years

Hempstead Area Facts

Hempstead has a Livability Score of 78_/100, which is considered exceptional
Hempstead crime rates are 28% lower than the New York average
Cost of living in Hempstead is 16% higher than the New York average

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What do the locals think about Hempstead?

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Family friendly

50%

Public transit is accessible

50%

Walkable to grocery stores

25%

Yards are well-kept

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Lots of parks

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Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

25%

A quiet area

25%

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We need a better Superintendent for our Parks and Recreation Dept. 5 rating By UnityintheCommunity ( Oct 24, 2012) George Sandas is the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation. Parks and Recreation is supposed to be a dynamic recreation program covering a wide variety of activities to Hempstead residents. Hempstead is predominantly Black. George Sandas should not be in that position. George Sa ...Read More ndas is racist. George Sandas doesn't want to see black people succeed. George Sandas is in a position to help, but George perpetrates the same differences that keep black people in the bottom of the barrel. George Sandas lacks compassion, sincerity, empathy and a heart. I question George Sandas's so-called "leadership." God does not like ugly. The sad thing is that when you go into his office all of his employees are Black. So even the employees who helping him even keep his job are Black, but yet deep in his heart, George Sandas doesn't want see move up in the social ladder. He is an example of a symptom of the diseases that continue to infect the Black community. Read Less

Hempstead, NY - A Little City in a Suburb 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jan 30, 2012) I've lived in Hempstead, NY for over 40 years. In the heart of Nassau County, Long Island, Hempstead is the epicenter of the county. It's a populous, but not overly crowded town and has all the amenities of living in close to New York City. Hempstead is a short car or bus ride to ...Read More state beaches and parks.

There are many hot spots for dining and entertainment near the main streets of Hempstead. Hempstead boasts affordable home prices and a wide selection of apartment buildings. Many people are employed by Nassau County government offices most of which are located in Hempstead. Surrounded by two large teaching hospitals, Hempstead employs thousands of local residents. In addition to the diverse restaurants in Hempstead, it also boasts close proximity to the venerable Nassau Coliseum, home of the Islanders and the hottest entertainment shows and concerts. Hempstead is also the home of Hofstra University, where the N.Y. Jets practice and has its own theater for public shows.

Hempstead is also home to various cultural museums such as The Children's Museum, where kids are encouraged to play interactively and creatively. It also is the home The Aviation Museum, near the site of Lindbergh's historic first flight, and The African American History Museum. The nearby Roosevelt Field Shopping Center is a large and popular shopping venue. From high end stores like Nordstrom's and Bloomingdale's to private chic shops, this mall is vast and lovely to shop. It boasts a large food court and great selections as well.

Like many cities, Hempstead has its share of violent crime and burglaries. It is important while visiting any place to be aware of your surroundings at all times and guard your personal belongings and security. Read Less

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