East Meadow, New York

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East Meadow is a hamlet (and census-designated place or CDP) in New York State, United States. Its name is derived from being the meadow of Hempstead Plains east of the Meadow Brook (originally a brook, now replaced a parkway of the same name).

As of the 2000 census, the CDP had a total population of 37,461.

East Meadow's postal zip code is 11554 and telephone area code is 516.

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History

In 1655, Thomas Langdon, a surveyor for Hempstead Town, reported that the "east meadow" would be suitable for grazing. The area quickly became a grazing area for cattle and later, in the 1700s, for sheep. During the Revolutionary War, East Meadow became occupied by British forces when they discovered the vast amounts of livestock herded there, and remained under their control until the end of the war.

Two large farms existed in what is now East Meadow: the Barnum farm (Barnum Woods) and the Carman farm. A toll booth was operated near the Carman homestead on the Hempstead Turnpike. Another early settlement was the Hoeffner property on Newbridge (now East Meadow) and Prospect Avenues. It is rumored that President George Washington spent a night on the estate, which was acquired by the Hoeffner family in 1914, during a trip across Long Island in 1790. Part of the old Barnum farm is now the site of Barnum Woods Elementary School, and the main road that passes by the school, Merrick Avenue, was originally called Barnum Avenue. Carman Avenue is home to East Meadow High School, and the Nassau University Medical Center, the tallest building in Nassau County. The old Hoeffner homestead is now the site of Prospect Avenue Park, and East Meadow's Post Office.

Sadly, no actual meadow remains in East Meadow or the Hempstead Plain due to the boom of post-World War II development and later, unchecked suburban sprawl. Located just 30 miles from downtown Manhattan and with approximately 86% of residents commuting to work, East Meadow is a thriving suburb of New York City.

On March 11, 2004, President George W. Bush made a controversial [1] visit to East Meadow for the groundbreaking of a new memorial for the victims of 9/11.

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Movies filmed in East Meadow

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Geography

East Meadow is located within the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County on Long Island in New York State in the United States. It is located at 40°42'49" North, 73°33'21" West (40.713739, -73.555823)Template:GR.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 16.3 km² (6.3 mi²). 16.3 km² (6.3 mi²) of it is land and 0.16% is water.

East Meadow is generally flat, and the elevation ranges from 32 feet near its southwestern edge, to 82 feet along Hempstead Turnpike to the north.

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Landmarks

The most prominent features are the town's water tower and hospital, the Nassau University Medical Center (formerly known as the Nassau County Medical Center) which dominate the "skyline." The Nassau County Jail, East Meadow Public Library, Mitchel Manor military housing complex (closed in 2003), and Eisenhower Park, which includes the attraction, Safety Town are also located in East Meadow.

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Demographics

As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 37,461 people, 12,186 households, and 9,651 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,299.5/km² (5,955.0/mi²). There were 12,375 housing units at an average density of 759.6/km² (1,967.2/mi²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 85.29% White, 4.32% African American, 0.15% Native American, 6.68% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 1.96% from other races, and 1.57% from two or more races. 7.01% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 12,186 households, 35.8% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.94 and the average family size was 3.34.

In the CDP the population was spread out with 23.4% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $67,185, and the median income for a family was $74,691. Males had a median income of $50,325 versus $35,422 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $27,076. 3.8% of the population and 2.3% of families were below the poverty line. 4.1% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

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For population 25 years and over in East Meadow

  • High school or higher: 86.5%
  • Bachelor's degree or higher: 29.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 12.8%
  • Unemployed: 3.3%
  • Mean travel time to work: 31.0 minutes
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For population 15 years and over in East Meadow CDP

  • Never married: 21.7%
  • Now married: 63.9%
  • Separated: 1.3%
  • Widowed: 7.9%
  • Divorced: 5.3%
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Notable People

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Education

East Meadow's nine public schools are operated by the East Meadow Union Free School District. The district was organized in 1814 under the name "Brushy Plains" and at one time was the third largest school district in New York State. The first school building was on Front Street (where the East Meadow Public Library building stands today). The district is still highly regarded for its educational programs.

Elementary schools:

Middle schools:

High schools:

Closed schools:

  • Front Street School
    • Was located at the corner of Front Street and East Meadow Avenue
    • Burned down
    • Replaced with the East Meadow Public Library
  • Prospect Avenue School
    • Was located on the corner of Coakley Street and Prospect Avenue
  • Newbridge Road Elementary School
  • Newbridge Road School
    • Was located between 8th Avenue and Marlboro Street on Newbridge Road
  • McCleary (Meadowbrook) Junior High School
    • Formerly located in the lot adjacent to East Meadow's Wal-Mart
  • Salisbury School
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References

  • East Meadow, Its Past and Present, published in 1976 by the East Meadow Public Library
  • East Meadow, Yesterday & Today, by Mary Louise Clarke, available at the East Meadow Public Library
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