Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway vs Rego Park
Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway (Queens) and Rego Park (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway scores higher on Schools and Activities; Rego Park leads on Families and Transit. Overall they're 86% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway | Rego Park |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 58/100 | 65/100 (leads) |
| Families | 30/100 | 51/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 38/100 | 58/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 82/100 (leads) | 69/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 78/100 | 85/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 55/100 | 74/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 71/100 (leads) | 65/100 |
| Health | 67/100 | 79/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 79/100 (leads) | 67/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway | Rego Park |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 40–41 min | 38–40 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 51–53 min (leads) | 52–53 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 47–48 min (leads) | 48–49 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 47–48 min | 46–47 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 44–45 min (leads) | 47–48 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 59–60 min | 55–56 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 28–30 min | 28–29 min |
| To Jamaica | 53–55 min | 31–33 min (leads) |
| To Flushing | 45–47 min | 31–32 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 60–63 min (leads) | 66–69 min |
Typical transit and walking time, leaving between 7:30 and 9:00 a.m. on a weekday, from each neighborhood's population center; the shorter trip leads. From MTA, NYC DOT and NYC Ferry schedules, so no delays or crowding. Streets © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway or Rego Park better for families?
- Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Rego Park each suit different families. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway leads on Schools, Activities, and Safety, while Rego Park leads on Families, Transit, and Affordability. What's "better" depends on what you prioritize — safety, schools, affordability, or transit. Our neighborhood search can rank them by your own weights.
- How do Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Rego Park compare on safety and schools?
- Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway: 71/100 safety, 82/100 schools. Rego Park: 65/100 safety, 69/100 schools.
- Are Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Rego Park similar neighborhoods?
- They're 86% similar across the nine signals we score. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway stands out on Schools, Activities, and Safety.
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