Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest vs Auburndale
Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest (Queens) and Auburndale (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest scores higher on Transit and Affordability; Auburndale leads on Schools and Safety. Overall they're 86% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest | Auburndale |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 66/100 | 71/100 (leads) |
| Families | 41/100 (leads) | 38/100 |
| Affordability | 78/100 (leads) | 70/100 |
| Schools | 61/100 | 89/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 79/100 | 87/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 70/100 (leads) | 49/100 |
| Safety | 77/100 | 93/100 (leads) |
| Health | 75/100 | 81/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 22/100 (leads) | 21/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest | Auburndale |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 53–55 min (leads) | 63–65 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 64–66 min (leads) | 73–76 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 62–63 min (leads) | 68–72 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 60–62 min (leads) | 70–72 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 63–65 min (leads) | 72–74 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 66–68 min (leads) | 77–79 min |
| To Long Island City | 43–45 min (leads) | 53–54 min |
| To Jamaica | 26–27 min (leads) | 42–45 min |
| To Flushing | 33 min | 28–30 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 80–84 min (leads) | 86–89 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 Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest or Auburndale better for families?
- Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest and Auburndale each suit different families. Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest leads on Transit, Affordability, and Families, while Auburndale leads on Schools, Safety, and Neighborhood Character. 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 Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest and Auburndale compare on safety and schools?
- Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest: 77/100 safety, 61/100 schools. Auburndale: 93/100 safety, 89/100 schools.
- Are Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest and Auburndale similar neighborhoods?
- They're 86% similar across the nine signals we score. Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest stands out on Transit, Affordability, and Families.
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