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Hempstead vs North Hempstead

Two New York cities 13 miles apart, side by side.

HempsteadNorth Hempstead
Population58,569236,600
Median household income$82,454$158,112
Median home value$442,100$870,500
Median rent$1,649/mo$2,276/mo
Median age36.543
Homeownership46%79%
Property tax (effective)2.26%1.15%
Sales tax8.625%8.625%
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Is Hempstead or North Hempstead cheaper?

For housing, Hempstead is cheaper: median home values are $442,100 in Hempstead and $870,500 in North Hempstead; median rents are $1,649 and $2,276.

Which has higher incomes, Hempstead or North Hempstead?

North Hempstead: median household income is $82,454 in Hempstead and $158,112 in North Hempstead.

How far is Hempstead from North Hempstead?

About 13 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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