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Hempstead vs Islip
Two New York cities 20 miles apart, side by side.
| Hempstead | Islip | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 58,569 | 17,224 |
| Median household income | $82,454 | $122,596 |
| Median home value | $442,100 | $486,900 |
| Median rent | $1,649/mo | $2,192/mo |
| Median age | 36.5 | 44 |
| Homeownership | 46% | 84% |
| Property tax (effective) | 2.26% | 2.05% |
| Sales tax | 8.625% | 8.75% |
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Is Hempstead or Islip cheaper?
For housing, Hempstead is cheaper: median home values are $442,100 in Hempstead and $486,900 in Islip; median rents are $1,649 and $2,192.
Which has higher incomes, Hempstead or Islip?
Islip: median household income is $82,454 in Hempstead and $122,596 in Islip.
How far is Hempstead from Islip?
About 20 miles in a straight line.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.