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Nassau County
  • County in New York

Report Card

grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A+
  2. Housing
    grade B minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade A+
  4. Good for Families
    grade A+
  5. Diversity
    grade A minus
  6. Jobs
    grade B
  7. Weather
    grade B minus
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A+
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade B minus

editorial

Nassau County is located in New York with a population of 1,391,678. Nassau County is one of the best places to live in New York. In Nassau County, most residents own their homes. In Nassau County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Nassau County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Nassau County are highly rated.

About

Population
1,391,678

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$560,100
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,940
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    18%
  • Own
    82%
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Nassau County Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    111.7
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    2.1
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    3.8
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    60.2
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    72.9
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    584.5
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    68.8
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A minus
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    11%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    12%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    15%
  • 65+ years
    18%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    21%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    26%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    22%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    22%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    8%
    national  11%

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Nassau County Reviews

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