Queens, New York
Quick Statistics
Queens is a community in Queens County, New York, home to about 2,230,722 people spread across 108.5 square miles of land. About 91.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
Summers around Queens typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 26 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bronx, NY | 8.5 mi. | 1,385,108 |
| 2. | Manhattan, NY | 9.1 mi. | 1,585,873 |
| 3. | New York City, NY | 9.5 mi. | 8,483,844 |
| 4. | Eastchester, NY | 9.7 mi. | 32,363 |
| 5. | Hempstead, NY | 9.8 mi. | 759,757 |
| 6. | Lawrence, NY | 9.9 mi. | 1,826 |
| 7. | Brooklyn, NY | 10.5 mi. | 2,504,700 |
| 8. | Edgewater, NJ | 10.6 mi. | 14,759 |
What is the population of Queens, New York?
Queens has a population of about 2,230,722 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Queens, New York in?
Queens is located in Queens County, New York.
How many tornadoes have hit near Queens, New York?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Queens County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Queens, New York?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 26 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
Use the menu on the left to find more detailed statistics on Queens, New York.