Hempstead, NY vs South Gate, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hempstead
64.4
#1693 nationally
South Gate
62.6
#1845 nationally
Hempstead leads in median household income ($80,350 vs $67,188). Hempstead leads in crime level (12.6 vs 14.4). Hempstead leads in cost of living index (131 vs 144).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hempstead, NY | South Gate, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 64.4 (#1693) | 62.6 (#1845) |
| Population | 58,225 | 90,070 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $650,203 | $702,198 |
| Median Household Income | $80,350 | $67,188 |
| Average Commute | 32.9 min | 32.3 min |
| Walk Score | 73 | 70 |
| Crime Level | 12.6 | 14.4 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 131 | 144 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+4.2 | D+32.9 |
D
64.4 Score
Hempstead, NY
New York community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$650,203
Population
58,225
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
73
Northeast
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D-
62.6 Score
South Gate, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$702,198
Population
90,070
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
70
Pacific
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