Community Board 14 consists of Broad Channel and Rockaways. The average life expectancy of residents of the Community Board is 76.5 years, which is higher than the median for all New York City neighborhoods. Moreover, the majority of residents in the Community Board are middle-aged adults. The average age range of residents in the community is 25-44. The majority of residents in Rockaway are either African American or Hispanic.
The area of Rockaway Park was also featured in the movie "Radio Days." This was a film about a working-class family during the golden age of radio. The area is home to many vintage cars and period facades, which were used in the film. The area is also home to a small memorial park dedicated to those who died in the 9/11 attacks. It is also the setting of a 2010 documentary about surfing in the area.
The community is located in the southeast corner of New York State, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The warmest months are August, July, and June, while the coldest months are January and February. The region is part of the New York metro area, which is comprised of the island of Manhattan and the eight-county area immediately north. It is also home to the cities of Staten Island and western Long Island. The population of Rockaway is currently around 26,054 people. It is projected that the population will grow by 3.1% by 2020.
Those who live in Rockaway Park City are primarily White and Hispanic. The city's population is also comprised of a large minority of African Americans. In addition, there is a large number of Native Americans and people who identify themselves as two or more races. The median household income of Rockaway, NJ is $72,930. The poverty rate is 18.1%, compared to the citywide rate of 16.1%.