📍 About N90 & Westbury
New York TRACON (N90) is located in Westbury, NY on Long Island. This area is a central hub for controllers working across multiple NYC-area airports. It offers a suburban lifestyle, quick access to the city, and close proximity to beaches, dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
🏡 Where to Live
Best Options Near N90
- Westbury – Very close to the facility, suburban and convenient.
- Hicksville – LIRR access, retail, suburban.
- Levittown – More affordable, good for families.
- Mineola – Lively downtown, apartments, commuter-friendly.
- Bethpage – Safe, low crime, quieter community feel.
🚗 Commute Times to N90 (Westbury)
- 5–15 min: Westbury, Hicksville, Carle Place
- 15–30 min: Bethpage, Levittown, Mineola, East Meadow
- 30–45 min: Plainview, Massapequa, Wantagh, Garden City
🎯 Things to Do – Year-Round
- Shopping: Roosevelt Field Mall, Broadway Commons
- Beaches: Jones Beach, Long Beach (~30–45 min)
- Recreation: Eisenhower Park (golf, trails), Planet Fitness, local gyms
- NYC Access: LIRR to Manhattan (~1 hour)
✈️ Nearby Airports
- JFK International: ~35–40 minutes
- LaGuardia (LGA): ~30 minutes
- Long Island MacArthur (ISP): ~45 minutes (regional)
💰 Cost of Living Snapshot
- 1-bedroom rent: ~$2,000–$2,300/month
- Median home price: ~$600,000 in Nassau County
- Groceries/gas: 5–15% above national average
🧭 Helpful Links
🛫 ATC-Specific Tips
- Shifts: Plan for early/mid/overnight – living close helps with rest.
- Community: Talk with current controllers about neighborhoods with short commutes.
- Commuting: LIE (I-495) traffic can be heavy at peak hours.
❓ FAQs
- Is it worth living in Queens or Brooklyn?
Not really for rotating ATC shifts — long commutes, traffic, tolls. - Is Westbury walkable?
Some parts are. Most people commute by car. - What’s the vibe of Long Island?
Suburban, busy, and family-oriented. Lots of restaurants and shopping.