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Astoria exudes a lively and welcoming atmosphere. The streets are filled with the aroma of delicious food, the sounds of diverse languages, and the energy of a community that embraces its heritage while looking towards the future. It's a place where you can find both traditional family-owned businesses and trendy new establishments.

Downtown Queens County
COMMUNITY GUIDE · QUEENS COUNTY
Queens County, Queens County

City Snapshot

Population

2,405,464

County

Queens County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$82,431

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

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Academic/ Attendance Awards (Quarter 4)

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Community Leaders

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Charles Schumer

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Kirsten Gillibrand

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Kathy Hochul
Kathy Hochul

Governor

Democratic Party