Community and safety
Recent antisemitism trend in United States
Documented incidents rose sharply after October 7, with the US remaining among the highest-volume environments in the dataset.
What recent reporting shows
ADL/J7 reporting shows 8,873 incidents in 2023 and 9,354 in 2024.
How to use this in relocation planning
For families and professionals, city choice matters: some metros have strong institutions and large communities, but also higher visibility and tension.
Based on retrieved public reporting from Tel Aviv University, ADL/J7, and other relevant monitoring sources. Where a reliable series is missing, we mark the destination as a data-gap case rather than inferring a false trend.
Source base: ADL, J7, Tel Aviv University
New York City is home to the largest Israeli community outside Israel, with strong presence in Manhattan, Queens, and Long Island.
Where to Live
The Upper West Side of Manhattan has a large Israeli and Jewish community. Riverdale (Bronx) is popular with Orthodox and traditional families. Great Neck (Long Island) and Teaneck (New Jersey, accessible to NYC) are popular suburban options with excellent schools and community infrastructure.
Israeli Community & Organizations
The Israeli Consulate General in New York, AIPAC, Jewish Federations of North America, and hundreds of local organizations serve the community. Israeli-owned businesses, Hebrew newspapers, Israeli TV channels, and cultural events are abundant throughout the city.
Hebrew and Jewish Schools
New York has more than 10 Jewish day schools in Manhattan and the boroughs, including Ramaz, Heschel, and SAR Academy. Hebrew language education is a core part of many Jewish day school curricula.
Practical Tips
- The cost of living in NYC is very high. Healthcare, housing, and school tuition are major expenses.
- New York's public school system varies dramatically by district. Choosing the right neighborhood for school quality is critical.
- The Jewish community is well-connected and can be a strong resource for job leads and community integration.