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Valley Stream, NY vs Malverne, NY

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Are people in Malverne older or younger than people in Valley Stream?
- The Median Age in Malverne is 2.4 years older than in Valley Stream.

Are housing costs cheaper in Malverne or Valley Stream?
- Malverne housing costs are 3.4% more expensive than Valley Stream housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Malverne or Valley Stream?
- The average commute for residents of Malverne is 5.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Valley Stream.

Things to do in Valley Stream?
Valley Stream, New York is located in Nassau County providing its citizens great recreational activities such as Cedar Creek Park plus stores like Green Acres Mall and dining spots near Lexi's Restaurant.

Things to do in Malverne?
Living in Malverne, NY is a truly unique experience. It's a small town atmosphere with plenty of cultural diversity and close-knit community feel. With its quaint main street lined with shops and restaurants, walking around downtown feels like taking a step back in time. There are also plenty of parks and recreation areas for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and swimming. And for those looking to further explore the area, there are several nearby attractions such as Jones Beach State Park or Adventureland theme park. Overall, Malverne is an ideal place to call home that offers something for everyone.

 Valley Stream, NYMalverne, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock8,583329,725,481
 Median Income$115,602  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock44.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$610,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time42.87  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Valley Stream    7 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I've lived here for longer than I care to have lived here. Everything is close except important things like jobs. Commute 1.5 hours or more to find a decent job. Then  More

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Valley Stream is just five minutes away from NYC City Border Line. Fifteen minutes away from JFK Airport border. a beautiful Village with a great amount of Quality. I  More

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Over 15 years ago

Valley Stream is a fairly quiet town in Nassau County, Long Island with a rather low Crime Rate. It borders on Elmont, Rosedale and Cambria Heights Queens and is a  More

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Reviews for Malverne    1 Reviews

I've been here for 30 years. Picked the town because of the commute to NYC. We have a train but it is a reduced service station. There is a parkway on the edge of town  More

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