Hempstead, NY Local Data & Statistics

State: NY

Total population: 58,801 Household income: $90,420 Rent: $1,622

Overview

Total population

58,801

Rent

$1,622

Year built

1958

Household income

$90,420

Per capita income

$34,304

Poverty rate

14.4%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Household size

3.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

54.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

New York

Total population

58,801

Adults over 25

40,145

Total households

17,108

Household size

3.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$90,420

Per capita income

$34,304

Poverty rate

14.4%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Rent over 30% of income

54.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,622

Year built

1958

Households that rent

52.5%

Households that own

47.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.9

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

5.9%

Black

45%

Asian

2.8%

Two or more races

16.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

45.3%

Not Hispanic or Latino

54.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

92.7%

Commute time to work

33 mins

Work from home

7.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

37.1%

High school graduate or GED

30.9%

Some college or associate degree

10.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

21.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Hempstead, NY with: New York State United States

Hempstead, NY

Total population58,801

Rent$1,622

Year built1958

Household income$90,420

Per capita income$34,304

Poverty rate14.4%

Unemployment rate3.7%

New York State

Total population19,852,366

Rent$1,621

Year built1959

Household income$85,974

Per capita income$50,712

Poverty rate14%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	VillageHempstead, NY	StateNew York	CountryUnited States
Total population	58,801	19,852,366	334,922,499
Rent	$1,622	$1,621	$1,413
Year built	1958	1959	1980
Household income	$90,420	$85,974	$80,734
Per capita income	$34,304	$50,712	$44,673
Poverty rate	14.4%	14%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	4.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Hempstead, NY, New York and United States →

Summary for Hempstead, NY

Hempstead is located in New York.

Rent & Income

In Hempstead, the typical monthly rent is $1,622 and the typical household income is $90,420. Rent here is similar to New York and higher than the U.S., and household income is higher than both New York and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 14.4%, which is similar to the New York rate and higher than the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 52.5% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 54.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 21.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is lower than both New York and the national rate.

Hempstead, NY — Rent vs Household Income

Hempstead, NY — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Hempstead, NY compares in New York State (13 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,622	8 / 13	from lower rent	$951 – $2,269
Household income	$90,420	3 / 13	from higher income	$47,213 – $110,763
Poverty rate	14.4%	4 / 13	from lower poverty	10.1% – 28.8%
Unemployment rate	3.7%	6 / 13	from lower unemployment	2.8% – 5.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in New York State with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Hempstead, NY

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Hempstead places 8th among 13 large places in New York. Across the state, rents run from $951 in Utica, NY up to $2,269 in White Plains, NY.

Household income

Looking at household income, Hempstead places 3rd out of 13 significant areas. Incomes across New York range between $47,213 in Rochester, NY and $110,763 in White Plains, NY.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Hempstead in 4th place among 13 significant areas. Across New York, poverty ranges between 10.1% and 28.8%.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Hempstead ranks 6th out of 13 significant areas. Across New York, unemployment varies from 2.8% in White Plains, NY to 5.2% in New York, NY.

💰 Rent in Hempstead, NY (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,622 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Hempstead, NY

Annual Household Income: $90,420

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Hempstead, NY

Estimated Rate: 14.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Hempstead, NY

In Hempstead, NY, households that rent: 8,989 (52.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	8,989	52.5%
Owner-Occupied	8,119	47.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Hempstead, NY

In Hempstead, NY, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,859 (54.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,859	54.1%
Other renter households	4,130	45.9%
Total renter households	8,989	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Hempstead, NY

Less than High School: 14,897 people (37.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 12,402 people (30.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,231 people (10.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 8,615 people (21.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 40,145

📊 Unemployment Rate in Hempstead, NY

Estimated Rate: 3.7%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.