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The Town of Hempstead (historically known as South Hempstead) is the largest of the three towns in Nassau County (alongside North Hempstead and Oyster Bay) on Long Island, in New York, United States.
Hempstead is a village located in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, on Long Island, in New York, United States. The population was 59,169 at the 2020 census, making it the most populous village in New York.
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Hempstead, town (township), Nassau county, New York, U.S. Situated in the west-central part of Long Island, it comprises 22 incorporated villages and 34 unincorporated communities. The city of Long Beach fronts the Atlantic Ocean just south of Hempstead town.
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The Town of Hempstead is the largest township in the United States, encompassing over 142 square miles, with a population of approximately 770,000 people. Within the Town, there are 34 unincorporated areas and 22 incorporated villages, over 65 parks and marinas, and 2,500 miles of city, county, state, and federal roads.
Perhaps Hempstead's greatest resource is its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Among the miles of pristine beaches in the Town of Hempstead lies the famous Jones Beach, where you can enjoy a wide range of activities. Stroll the boardwalk, bask in the sun, or take a dip in the ocean or pool.
Hempstead became a desirable place to live as it was a well-established community with convenient shopping, already existing public services, and it is within commuting distance from Manhattan. Today the Incorporated Village of Hempstead is a full service community with a population in excess of 53,000 people encompassing an area of 3.7 square ...
