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Queens

#5,437 in Best Places to Live in America
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • City in New York
  • 222 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      D+
    4. Nightlife
      A+
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      C+
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Queens is a city in New York with a population of 2,298,513. Queens is in Queens County and is one of the best places to live in New York. Living in Queens offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Queens there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Queens and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Queens are above average.
    Population
    2,298,513

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $504,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,520
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Urban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      55%
    • Own
      45%
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    Queens Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

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    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools

      Crime & Safety

      Crime & Safety
      NG
      Based on violent and property crime rates.
      Violent Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Assault
        378.4
        282.7
      • Murder
        4
        6.1
      • Rape
        13.2
        40.7
      • Robbery
        228.3
        135.5
      Property Crimes
      • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
      National
      • Burglary
        197.8
        500.1
      • Theft
        1,404.6
        2,042.8
      • Motor Vehicle Theft
        88.5
        284

      Residents

      Diversity
      A+
      Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
      Age
      • <10 years
        12%
      • 10-17 years
        9%
      • 18-24 years
        8%
      • 25-34 years
        16%
      • 35-44 years
        14%
      • 45-54 years
        14%
      • 55-64 years
        13%
      • 65+ years
        15%
      Education Levels
      National
      • Master's degree or higher
        12%
        12%
      • Bachelor's degree
        20%
        19%
      • Some college or associate's degree
        22%
        29%
      • High school diploma or equivalent
        28%
        28%
      • Less than high school diploma
        18%
        13%

      Working in Queens

      Jobs
      C+
      Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
      Median Household Income
      $64,987
      National
      $55,322
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      Queens Reviews

      222 reviews
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      Honestly, everything in Queens is average, but that is what makes it the best because you have the most options. Queens is the most diverse, and I think affordable borough in New York. You have many counties and districts within Queens that are known for something. Everything is about the same distance in car and this is New York, you got MTA. Most big corporations and businesses don't reside in Queens, mainly residents but you still have numerous restaurants, parks, small businesses etc. around. I'd definitely give this borough a shot!
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      Queens is beautiful with a diverse society. There is ease of access to transportation, shopping, and healthcare! There are many museums, libraries and fun things to do as a single person, couple, group of friends or family. Safety is usually paramount any place and New York is relatively a safe place. There are many people living here, so there are always activities happening.
      Growing in Queens New York I have seen changes, whether it was structural development or ethnicity. One major change that i'd like to see is more promotion of healthy habits and also environments where activities can be preformed. More gym or programs that offer free classes and training that teaches the community that health equals to longevity.living in queens for almost fifteen years now i can definitely say the resources are slim when it comes to finding a place in your neighborhood, to go workout or get information. we need more organization or government institutions offing to help find spaces, where people can go and learn about health.