New York has scattered seismicity, notably the Adirondacks and the area around New York City, where even moderate quakes are widely felt. Below is a live earthquake map and list of recent earthquakes in New York - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS and regional seismic networks and updates automatically. For instant earthquake alerts in New York, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and distance rules.
Latest earthquakes in New York
No recent earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for New York right now. Activity can begin at any time - get instant alerts with the QuakeMate app.
Earthquakes in New York: frequently asked questions
Does New York get earthquakes?
New York has scattered seismicity, notably the Adirondacks and the area around New York City, where even moderate quakes are widely felt. While there are no significant earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for New York right now, activity can begin at any time.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for New York?
QuakeMate plots USGS and regional earthquake data for New York on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time and links to a permalink page.
Is there an earthquake alert app for New York?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for New York, with custom magnitude and distance rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
More on how earthquakes work? Read the earthquake Q&A →
Get earthquake alerts for New York
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
Earthquakes in nearby states
Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.