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. The average annual temperature is 12.8°C with 1,166 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 13 meters above sea level.
Population
2,316,841
Global Rank
#165
Country Rank
#5
% of United States
0.68%
Avg Temperature
12.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,166 mm
Elevation
13 m
Timezone
America/New_York
Queens on the Map
Climate in Queens
Queens's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Mar with 218 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
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
0.01%
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 is the climate like in Queens?
Queens has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C and receives 1,166 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Queens in?
Queens is in the America/New_York timezone.