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Dario’s Pizza in West Hempstead NY
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Relocation guide
Moving to Hempstead
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
58,569
Median age 36.5
Median household income
$82,454
Median rent
$1,649/mo
Median home value
$442,100
Schools
211
39 districts
Summer high / winter low
82° / 26°
Pros
- Mild weather in July, August, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 131 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 34 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Property taxes are high: about 2.26% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Hempstead?
Hempstead spans 1 zip code. Median home values range from $446,500 to $446,500 by zip.
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Life in Hempstead
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LOCAL FOOD · YOUTUBE SHORT
Musical Food Review for Mercadito 2 Taqueria (Hempstead, NY) 🌮 ❤️ 🤤
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Is Hempstead a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Mild weather in July, August, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. 131 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city. On the other hand: Property taxes are high: about 2.26% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Hempstead?
The median household earns $82,454. Rent at the median ($1,649/month) is about 24% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $65,960 a year.
How many schools are in Hempstead?
211 public and private schools across 39 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Hempstead?
Highs average 82°F in July and lows 26°F in January. The most comfortable months are July, August, September.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.