New hyde park ny county
New Hyde Park is a village located in Nassau County, New York, United States. Here are some key facts about New Hyde Park and Nassau County:
New Hyde Park:
- Population: approximately 9,700 people (as of the 2020 United States Census)
- Location: in the central part of Nassau County, about 20 miles east of Manhattan
- Incorporated as a village in 1931
- Known for its suburban residential neighborhoods, commercial centers, and community events
- Home to the New Hyde Park Village Hall, which serves as the local government center
Nassau County:
- Population: approximately 1.3 million people (as of the 2020 United States Census)
- Location: on Long Island, New York, bordering Queens County to the west and Suffolk County to the east
- Part of the New York metropolitan area
- Known for its diverse economy, including healthcare, education, and tourism industries
- Home to several major attractions, including Jones Beach State Park, the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, and the Cradle of Aviation Museum
Other nearby communities:
- Garden City: a nearby village located about 2 miles north of New Hyde Park
- Mineola: the county seat of Nassau County, located about 3 miles west of New Hyde Park
- Floral Park: a nearby village located about 2 miles south of New Hyde Park
- Queens: the neighboring county to the west, with several major transportation hubs and attractions
Transportation:
- New Hyde Park is accessible by car via the Long Island Expressway (I-495) and the Northern State Parkway
- The village is also served by the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) at the New Hyde Park station
- Several bus routes operated by Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) connect New Hyde Park to surrounding communities and major transportation hubs.