South Ozone Park

NY

Queens County, New York

Population 2.3M |Median income $86,136 |8 hospitals

Population
2,323,052
Queens County
Median Income
$86,136
+27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$723,800
+218% vs avg
Median Age
40.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
2.3M+3%
Median Income
$86,136+51%
Median Home Value
$723,800+61%
Poverty Rate
12.9%-14%
Unemployment
7.2%-27%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,956/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 7.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.1%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 41.4%

Population

White 26%
Asian 26%
African American 17.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.5%
High Blood Pressure
33.6%
Physical Inactivity
31%
Obesity
24%
Diabetes
14.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.6%
Binge Drinking
13.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.8%
Current Smoking
10.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.1%
Dental Visit 61.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 8 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
3
★
2
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
8
With ER
6
NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN/QUEENS
FLUSHING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ELMHURST HOSPITAL CENTER
ELMHURST · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
FLUSHING HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
FLUSHING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
QUEENS HOSPITAL CENTER
JAMAICA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
JAMAICA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
JAMAICA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆
ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL HOSPITAL AT SOUTH SHORE
FAR ROCKAWAY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — South Ozone Park Area 6

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Lower Balonne and Bokhara Rivers in Queensland

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Upper Balonne River as Water Levels Ease at Surat and Warroo

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for QLD Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts

BOM · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of South Ozone Park, NY? ▼
South Ozone Park, NY has a population of 2,323,052 people, located in Queens County, New York.
What is the median household income in South Ozone Park? ▼
The median household income in South Ozone Park, NY is $86,136 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in South Ozone Park? ▼
The median home value in South Ozone Park, NY is $723,800. Median rent is $1,956/month.
What are the top health concerns in South Ozone Park? ▼
The top health indicators in South Ozone Park include Short Sleep Duration (36.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.6%), Physical Inactivity (31%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in South Ozone Park? ▼
South Ozone Park has 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 6 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in South Ozone Park? ▼
The median age in South Ozone Park, NY is 40.7 years. 36.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

South Ozone Park, NY is located in Queens County, New York. With a population of 2.3M and a median household income of $86,136, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 8 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the South Ozone Park area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Queens County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.