Great Neck New York Map

About Great Neck, New York

Great Neck is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 11,087. The population density is 3226.7 people per km². Great Neck is located at 40.8007°N, 73.7285°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11024.

Great Neck unfolds along the northern shore of Long Island, a peninsula that juts into the vast expanse of the Long Island Sound. It lies 3.4 miles north-east of Bayside, NY (from Bayside, NY: bearing 49°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-east of Queens. Here, the land rises with a gentle, almost imperceptible swell, a topography shaped by ancient glaciers and the persistent sculpting of the sea. The air, especially as evening approaches, carries a salty tang, a constant reminder of the nearby waters that define Great Neck’s western edge. Mature trees, their branches reaching like gnarled fingers towards the sky, line wide, curving avenues, providing a dappled canopy that softens the sunlight and lends a hushed elegance to the neighborhoods. The houses, many of them grand and set back from the road, speak of a quiet prosperity, their manicured lawns a testament to careful cultivation. The history of Great Neck is deeply entwined with the ebb and flow of maritime commerce and a transition to residential sophistication. Once a landscape of farms and estates, its strategic position on the water fostered early development. The construction of the railroad in the 19th century was a turning point, transforming it into a desirable commuter haven for those seeking respite from the clamor of the city. This accessibility fostered a diverse economic base, evolving from its agricultural roots to encompass thriving retail centers and professional services. The presence of notable cultural institutions and a strong emphasis on education underscore a community that values intellectual pursuits and the arts, contributing to a distinct, cultured character that resonates through Great Neck’s everyday life.

About This Great Neck Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Great Neck, New York with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Great Neck and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for Great Neck includes the ZIP code (11023), telephone area code (718, 347, 929), county seat of Nassau County (Mineola), and school district assignment (Great Neck Union Free School District). 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 Great Neck is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.