Queens, United States
Major city · Population 2.3M
Queens is the 5th largest city in United States with a population of approximately 2,316,841 people as of 2026. This makes it the 165th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.68% of United States's total population of 340.1M. Queens is classified as a major city and operates in the America/New_York timezone.
Population
2,316,841
Global Rank
#165
Country Rank
#5
% of United States
0.68%
Queens on the Map
United States at a Glance
Country Population
340,110,988
Capital
Washington, D.C.
Region
North America
Major Cities
356
GDP per Capita
$84,534
Life Expectancy
78.4 years
Urban Population
80.1%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in United States
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Queens with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 216,866 | 3 km |
| East New York | 173,198 | 4 km |
| Elmhurst | 113,364 | 7 km |
| Bushwick | 112,620 | 7 km |
| Corona | 109,698 | 8 km |
| East Flatbush | 178,464 | 9 km |
| Brooklyn | 2,736,074 | 10 km |
| Astoria | 150,165 | 13 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Queens?
The population of Queens, United States is approximately 2,316,841 people, making it the 165th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in United States.
Is Queens the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington, D.C.. Queens is the 5th largest city in the country.
What timezone is Queens in?
Queens is in the America/New_York timezone.