Hempstead is a town located in Nassau County, in the state of New York (NY), United States. Nestled in the Middle Atlantic division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 120.0 square miles (311.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of N/A. With a population of approximately 56,554 residents, Hempstead offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 641.51% males and -541.51% females, and it has a population density of 471.28 people per square mile (181.96/km²). Hempstead lies at a latitude of 40.68 and a longitude of -73.62, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.2%), followed by English (0%), German (11.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 11550.