Hicksville vs Jericho
Two popular NJ suburbs of New York City, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.
School rating
7/10
10/10
Commute to New York City
82 min
80 min
Median home price
$755K
$1.2M
Annual property tax
$17K
$27K
Walk score
50
42
Density
suburban
suburban
Summary: Hicksville leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on median home price, annual property tax, walk score. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.
Character & vibe
Hicksville
Hicksville's downtown is underrated, the LIRR stop is well-placed, and the diversity gives it more cultural life than typical Nassau towns.
communitywalkable
Jericho
Jericho UFSD is consistently top-3 in New York State.
communityquiet
Who should pick which?
Pick Hicksville if you...
- ·Need to keep your home budget in check
- ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
- ·Want lower annual property taxes
Pick Jericho if you...
- ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
- ·Want the shortest commute to New York City
Still deciding?
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