Walkability (est.)
99
Walker's Paradise
Safety Score
85
380 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
41 min
one way
Work from Home
10%
of workers
Commute Breakdown
Drive Alone: 22%
Public Transit: 56%
Work from Home: 10%
Other: 12%
Source: Census ACS 2022
Amenities
41,684
Restaurants (est.)
1,667
Parks (est.)
167
Hospitals (est.)
Estimated from Census County Business Patterns
Notable Neighborhoods
Upper West Side
Family-friendly with Central Park access and top-rated schools
Williamsburg
Trendy arts and dining scene in Brooklyn with waterfront parks
Astoria
Diverse and affordable Queens neighborhood with incredible food
Park Slope
Tree-lined brownstone streets popular with young families
Harlem
Historic cultural hub with jazz, soul food, and growing development
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in New York?
Popular neighborhoods in New York include Upper West Side, Williamsburg, Astoria, Park Slope, Harlem. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.
What is the average commute time in New York?
The average commute in New York, NY is 41 minutes. 22% of workers drive alone, 56% use public transit, and 10% work from home (Census ACS 2022).
How safe is New York?
New York has a safety score of 85/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 380 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.
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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.