Great Neck Plaza New York Map

About Great Neck Plaza, New York

Great Neck Plaza is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,593. The population density is 5918.8 people per km². Great Neck Plaza is located at 40.7868°N, 73.7265°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11021.

Great Neck Plaza unfolds as a refined stretch of suburban life, its well-tended lawns and mature trees whispering of established comfort. It lies 2.9 miles east-north-east of Bayside, NY (from Bayside, NY: bearing 64°T), and is situated 4.5 miles north-east of Queens. The land, gently undulating, slopes towards the shimmering waters of the Long Island Sound, where the air carries a constant, subtle salinity. Streets, lined with a pleasing symmetry of homes and businesses, hum with a quiet energy, a sense of purpose that is neither rushed nor languid. The light here, especially in the late afternoon, often possesses a softened, almost buttery quality, casting long shadows that lend a certain depth to the ordinary. This locale's history is interwoven with the development of Long Island's North Shore, evolving from a more rural past into the sophisticated enclave it is today. Great Neck Plaza’s economic character is largely defined by its vibrant commercial districts, a mix of boutique shops, professional offices, and diverse dining establishments that cater to a discerning clientele. Its proximity to New York City has long shaped its identity, drawing residents who appreciate both the tranquility of suburban living and the accessibility of urban opportunities, fostering a cultural milieu that values education and the arts, evidenced in its lively community centers and public spaces.

About This Great Neck Plaza Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Great Neck Plaza, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.786768, -73.72652. 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 Plaza and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for Great Neck Plaza includes the ZIP code (11021), 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 Plaza is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.