Queens borough, New York
Queens borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Queens borough is a geographic entity located in Queens County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,323,052. The land area covers 108.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,323,052 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs | ±0.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 841,003 | ±2,217 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 910,206 | ±311 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 841,003 | ±2,217 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 69,203 | ±2,215 |
| Median Home Value | $723,800 | ±$6,606 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,956 | ±$10 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,136 | ±$875 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,146 | ±$552 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% | ±0.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 296,381 | ±8,517 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±0.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,123,526 | ±5,408 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.3% | ±0.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ASTORIA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | HEMPSTEAD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | UNIONDALE, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LONG ISLAND CITY, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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St. John's University-New York
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College | 5.3 mi away | 8000 Utopia Pky, Queens, NY, 11439 |
7189902000
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HOWARD BEACH
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 92-06 156 AVENUE, HOWARD BEACH, NY, 11414 |
(718) 641-7086
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Rabbinical College Ohr Yisroel
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College | 3.4 mi away | 8800 Seaview Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11236 |
7186334715
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OZONE PARK
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 92-24 ROCKAWAY BOULEVARD, OZONE PARK, NY, 11417 |
(718) 845-3127
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Yeshivath Shaar Hatorah
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College | 3.4 mi away | 117-06 84 Ave, Kew Gardens, NY, 11418 |
7188461940110
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CYPRESS HILLS
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 1197 SUTTER AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11208 |
(718) 277-6004
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Berkowits School of Electrolysis
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College Vocational | 3.8 mi away | 107-25 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, NY, 11375-6820 |
7185444234
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SOUTH OZONE PARK
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 128-16 ROCKAWAY BOULEVARD, SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY, 11420 |
(718) 529-1660
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CUNY York College
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College | 4.0 mi away | 94-20 Guy R. Brewer Blvd, Jamaica, NY, 11451 |
7182622000
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SPRING CREEK
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 12143 FLATLANDS AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11207 |
(718) 257-6571
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEW YORK JFK INTL AP, NY US, located 4.3 miles from Queens borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 26.2° | 32.8° | 3.23" | 7.5" |
| February | 41.7° | 27.4° | 34.5° | 2.76" | 8.6" |
| March | 48.7° | 33.6° | 41.1° | 3.94" | 4.3" |
| April | 58.8° | 42.9° | 50.9° | 3.55" | 0.6" |
| May | 68.4° | 52.5° | 60.5° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.0° | 62.4° | 70.2° | 3.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.6° | 68.7° | 76.1° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.2° | 67.8° | 75.0° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.8° | 61.0° | 68.4° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.7° | 49.8° | 57.2° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.8° | 39.8° | 46.8° | 3.07" | 0.4" |
| December | 44.5° | 32.0° | 38.3° | 3.96" | 4.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inwood CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| New York city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Cedarhurst village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| South Valley Stream CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Woodmere CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Valley Stream village | Village | 7.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3608160323. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.