North Woodmere New York Map

About North Woodmere, New York

North Woodmere is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 16,400. The population density is 2800.0 people per km². North Woodmere is located at 40.6501°N, 73.7240°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11581.

North Woodmere breathes a quiet, suburban rhythm, its landscape a gentle unfolding of residential streets and verdant expanses. It lies 1.3 miles south-west of Valley Stream, NY (from Valley Stream, NY: bearing 220°T), and is situated 7.9 miles south-south-east of Queens. Mature trees, their branches reaching like outstretched arms, cast dappled shadows across manicured lawns, creating pockets of cool shade on warm afternoons. The terrain here is subtly varied, a mosaic of flat stretches punctuated by very slight rises, giving a sense of grounded stability. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean scent of damp earth and the distant, faint salt tang of the nearby Atlantic, a constant whisper of the coast that shapes the very character of North Woodmere. The history of North Woodmere is intrinsically tied to the development of Long Island, a story of evolving landscapes and shifting economies. Once part of larger agricultural estates, its transformation into a desirable residential area began in earnest during the mid-20th century, drawing families seeking a more peaceful existence away from the clamor of the city. The local economy, while primarily residential, benefits from its proximity to major commercial centers, allowing residents to commute while North Woodmere itself retains its distinct, almost contemplative, feel. Though it lacks grand historical monuments, the character of North Woodmere is etched in the quiet pride of its well-kept homes and the steady, dependable flow of everyday life.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of North Woodmere, 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 North Woodmere and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for North Woodmere includes the ZIP code (11581), telephone area code (516), county seat of Nassau County (Mineola), 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 North Woodmere is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.