Kew Gardens Hills Queens New York Map

About Kew Gardens Hills Queens, New York

Kew Gardens Hills Queens is a locality in Queens County, New York, United States. It has a population of 28,000. The population density is 5600.0 people per km². Kew Gardens Hills Queens is located at 40.7276°N, 73.8190°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11367.

Kew Gardens Hills Queens exists as a verdant pocket within the urban sprawl, a place where the relentless grid of the city softens into a more organic flow. It lies 1.0 miles southwest of Pomonok Queens, NY (from Pomonok Queens, NY: bearing 229°T), and is situated 9.8 miles east of New York. Its geography is characterized by a gentle undulation of land, not dramatic peaks or valleys, but a pleasing rise and fall that allows sunlight to play across its residential streets and small commercial strips. Mature trees, their branches reaching like ancient arms, cast dappled shadows, and the air here often carries a subtle, earthy scent, a whisper of the soil beneath the pavement. The neighborhood is a mosaic of well-maintained homes, each with its own personality, and pockets of green space that offer a respite from the surrounding concrete. The history of Kew Gardens Hills Queens is one of transformation, evolving from its earlier days into the dynamic community it is today. Its local economy has historically been driven by the industrious spirit of its residents, with a focus on small businesses and services that cater to the immediate neighborhood. While no single dominant industry defines Kew Gardens Hills Queens, it thrives on the collective energy of its diverse population, a blend of commerce and residential life that creates a stable, albeit bustling, economic ecosystem. The rhythm of daily life here is set by the commingling of work and home, a familiar pattern that has shaped the character of Kew Gardens Hills Queens over generations. The cultural character of Kew Gardens Hills Queens is a rich and vibrant blend, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of its inhabitants. A palpable sense of community pervades, fostered by local gatherings and shared spaces that encourage interaction. While not boasting grand, world-famous landmarks, the neighborhood possesses its own quiet beauty, evident in the stately architecture of its older homes and the cheerful displays of local businesses. The local events, though perhaps not drawing international crowds, are vital to the social fabric, providing opportunities for connection and shared experience.

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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kew Gardens Hills Queens, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.7276, -73.819. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kew Gardens Hills Queens and Queens County.

Detailed location data for Kew Gardens Hills Queens includes the ZIP code (11367), telephone area code (718, 347), county seat of Queens County, and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kew Gardens Hills Queens is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.