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See what Garden City, NY has to offer.

Who Lives Here

Garden City Demographics

Education

High School

9%

Associate's

10%

Bachelor's

27%

Master's

16%

Doctorate

39%

Family Size

2 people

39%

3 people

20%

4 people

22%

5 people

15%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

12%

50-100k

14%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

14%

200k+

43%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

17%

20-45

24%

45-65

29%

65+

18%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Garden City?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
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Nov '23$2850$3250$4239$5066
Oct '23$2850$3250$4216$5509
Sep '23$2850$3250$4458$5485
Aug '23$2850$3250$4473$5461
Jul '23$2850$3250$4196$5580
Jun '23$2850$3250$4170$5599
May '23$2850$3250$4135$5406
Apr '23$2850$3250$4297$5389
Mar '23$2850$3250$4322$5158
Feb '23$2850$3250$4241$5319
Jan '23$2850$3250$3997$4915
Dec '22$2850$3250$4135$5124

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Garden City

Garden City Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

25%

15-30 Mins

23%

30-40 Mins

11%

40-60 Mins

11%

60+ Mins

30%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6464

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 7 of 13 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 9 of 13 renters

Percentage: 5050

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

No

Say 7 of 13 renters

Top Scores: Health, Pet, Grocery

Things To Do In Garden City

Top Score

Health and Fitness

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Looking good! Garden City scores high for health and fitness.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. A standard number of gyms compared to areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Sit. Stay. Good boy. Garden City is a good place for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. An average number of pet facilities
  3. 65% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 60% more grocery stores than average
  3. 18% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Happy hour starts at six around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 40% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 69% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Garden City is not too bad for medical care.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bumper sticker city. This place is good for filling up.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 49% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 83% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

An average foodie scene: not too cold and not too hot.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. 78% more restaurants than average
  3. 30% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. 10% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 53% more parks than average
  3. 31% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The shopping scene here is a size medium.

  1. A high number of shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 23% more shops than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's just about fine for fine art. An average score.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. 33% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Garden City Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 12 of 13 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 11 of 13 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 9 of 13 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 7 of 13 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 7 of 13 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 7 of 13 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 7 of 13 renters

Quiet Area

No

Say 7 of 13 renters

Pet Friendly

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Safe For Families

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 8 of 13 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 9 of 13 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 9 of 13 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Maintained Yards

No

Say 10 of 13 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 11 of 13 renters

Garden City Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Garden City

10/10

Mcvey Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

10/10

North Side School

Grades K-4 • Public

10/10

Center Street School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

The James J Ambrose School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

9/10

Barnum Woods Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Meadowbrook Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Garden City, NY

Garden City, New York is a town with a population of approximately 23,000. Young adults (15-24) can expect to feel right at home, as they account for an above-average 17% of the community, while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Home ownership is more common than renting in Garden City, and 6% of residents rent. Relatively high rent costs could play a role, as the average rent of $2,068 per month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,280.

Garden City has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 14% possess a Master's or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 24% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Many Garden City residents work in one of four industries: finance, education, scientific, and healthcare. Together, these industries make up 26% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's residents work in management, as 12% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. Garden City workers take home an average annual income of nearly $149K, around $68,000 more than those elsewhere in the state. Garden City's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.

Averaging about 41 minutes, Garden City's commute time is slower than the state average of about 38 minutes. Many residents (30%) drive to work, while public transportation is used by only 11% of the population. Few commuters walk to work.