Lynbrook, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
20,251 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$138,866 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$592,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,983 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nassau County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Nassau County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 5 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Lynbrook Senior High School
<1 miles, S · 5star
Lynbrook North Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
Davison Avenue Intermediate School
<1 miles, NE · 4.1star

Colleges

Molloy College
3 miles, E · 3.7star
Adelphi University
4 miles, NE · 3.7star

Hospitals

Mount Sinai South Nassau
2 miles, SE · 2.3star
Mercy Medical Center
3 miles, E · 1.4star
Nyu Winthrop Hospital
6 miles, NE · 3.2star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
13 miles, NW · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
28 miles, N · 1.4star