Bedford-Stuyvesant

Welcome to our Bedford-Stuyvesant

Welcome to our Bedford-Stuyvesant Neighborhood Guide! Known locally as Bed-Stuy, this Brooklyn neighborhood is a diverse and culturally rich community with a long history and beautiful architecture. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a median age of 35, Bed-Stuy is a popular destination for families, young professionals, and creatives.

Bed-Stuy's well-preserved brownstones and row houses are among its most notable features. The neighborhood also offers a mix of housing options, from affordable housing to new construction apartments and luxury townhouses, catering to a wide range of budgets.

Bed-Stuy's convenient location and easy access to public transportation make it an ideal choice for commuters. The neighborhood is served by several subway lines and bus routes, with major highways also nearby.

Bed-Stuy's strong sense of community is evident in its many small businesses, community centers, and churches. Parks and community gardens, such as Herbert Von King Park and the Malcolm X Boulevard Block Association Community Garden, offer green space and a sense of tranquility.

Bed-Stuy is also a foodie's paradise, with a vibrant dining and nightlife scene featuring soul food, Caribbean cuisine, and African cuisine. In addition, the neighborhood has several galleries, performance spaces, and cultural institutions, such as the Billie Holiday Theatre and the Black Lady Theatre, offering a variety of arts and cultural experiences.

The annual Tompkins Avenue Street Festival is a highlight of the neighborhood's event calendar, celebrating Bed-Stuy's rich culture and history.

In summary, Bed-Stuy is a welcoming and dynamic neighborhood with a strong sense of community and rich cultural heritage. With its diverse housing options, convenient transportation, and range of cultural experiences, Bed-Stuy is an ideal destination for those looking for an affordable and vibrant neighborhood in Brooklyn.

Overview for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

200,439 people live in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $40,433. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

200,439

Total Population

34 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$40,433

Average individual Income

Around Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

There's plenty to do around Bedford-Stuyvesant, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

87

Very Walkable

Walking Score

74

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

98

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including 787 Coffee, Laams, and Chocolate Noise.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the 787 Coffee page on Yelp Search 211 McGuinness Blvd on Google Maps	Dining	3.01 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Laams page on Yelp Search 74 Orchard St on Google Maps	Dining	3.45 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Chocolate Noise page on Yelp	Dining	2.15 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Great Eros page on Yelp Search 135 Wythe Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	2.52 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Grown and Sewn page on Yelp Search 145 Columbia St on Google Maps	Shopping	3.32 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Karatedo Honma Dojo page on Yelp Search 6 Saint Marks Pl on Google Maps	Active	3.96 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Spring Meditation page on Yelp	Active	4.17 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Martial Arts Family Studio page on Yelp Search 290 Mulberry St on Google Maps	Active	3.94 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the TFW Brooklyn page on Yelp Search 2100 Flatbush Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.75 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the PhysioStrength page on Yelp Search 88 Waterbury St on Google Maps	Active	1.63 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kaiya Healing Arts page on Yelp Search 13 W 28th St on Google Maps	Active	4.79 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Seaside Summer Concert Series Inc page on Yelp Search 32 Court St on Google Maps	Nightlife	2.8 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kissed By Melissa page on Yelp	Beauty	2.63 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Painted Hair by Jaclyn page on Yelp Search 124 W 24th St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.89 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the CC Brow Bar page on Yelp Search 2222 Jackson Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.01 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sparkle Beauty Studio page on Yelp Search 3 Charles St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.67 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cintron Skincare page on Yelp Search 422 Atlantic Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.41 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Csong Beauty page on Yelp Search 315 5th Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.81 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Roku tattoo page on Yelp Search 649 Morgan Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.73 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Volume Salon page on Yelp Search 844 Atlantic Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.56 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the re-nu Rejuvenation & Wellness page on Yelp Search 93-08 Queens Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.84 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

Population Households Employment

Bedford-Stuyvesant has 74,206 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Bedford-Stuyvesant do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 200,439 people call Bedford-Stuyvesant home. The population density is 67,845.647 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

200,439

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34

Median Age

46.21 / 53.79%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

74,206

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$40,433

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Bedford-Stuyvesant. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Welcome to our Bedford-Stuyvesant

Overview for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

200,439

34 years

High

$40,433

Around Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

87

Very Walkable

74

Very Bikeable

98

Rider's Paradise

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

200,439

High

34

46.21 / 53.79%

74,206

3

$40,433

Schools in Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY

Property Listings

$4,190,000

$3,950,000

$3,850,000

$3,750,000

$3,690,000

$3,600,000

$3,595,000

$3,500,000

$3,495,000

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