Chlamydia in Kings County is reported about 60% higher than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or simply test regularly in Brooklyn, New York, you'll want to weigh visiting a clinic for immediate attention or using an at-home kit for convenience.
12 testing centers serve Brooklyn, NY — the nearest, Sunrise Laboratories, about 0.1 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
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Infection
Earliest reliable test
Conclusive after
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Community health center
0.2 miles
Nyu Langone Health
★★★★☆4.3(138 reviews)?
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 138 reviews
About 1 mile east of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: NYU Langone Health offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other services, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance; it's built for anyone seeking STI screening, vaccines, and prevention care without upfront cost barriers.
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Free HIV testing, sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free here, and if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or insurance, those cover your visit. Uninsured? You'll pay on a sliding scale, and PrEP is available at no cost if you don't have coverage. The mpox vaccine is also free.
Screens for infections and treats most on-site
NYU Langone tests for HIV (rapid and conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment, TB care, and HIV/AIDS management are all available, as are HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Appointments required; multilingual support
You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in. Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole interpretation are available, along with interpretation for other languages.
Best for insured and uninsured alike
Whether you're covered or paying out of pocket, the free HIV test and sliding-scale model mean cost won't stop you. It's especially useful if you're starting PrEP or need ongoing hepatitis or TB care alongside STI screening.
Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
Black or African American persons
Gay Men
LGBTQ
Low Income Persons
Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM)
Persons experiencing homelessness
Persons with STI
Care services
Family Planning
Mpox Vaccine
TB Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment
Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education
STI Prevention/Education
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
PrEP for uninsured
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Free HIV Test
Community health center
0.3 miles
Sun River Health
★★★★☆4.3(133 reviews)?
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 133 reviews
About 1 mile west of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Sun River Health tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB, treating bacterial infections on-site and managing hepatitis care over time. It's built for anyone seeking thorough screening plus prevention tools like PrEP and HPV vaccination.
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Screening covers the infections that matter most
Sun River Health runs tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs—gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis—are treated the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site but requires follow-up; HIV care is available through the clinic's medical team.
Prevention is woven into the visit
If you're negative and want to stay that way, Sun River offers PrEP for HIV prevention and HPV vaccination. Condoms are distributed freely, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is standard. It's prevention and testing as one conversation, not an afterthought.
Cost is tiered to your situation
Testing and treatment are free or sliding-scale depending on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale adjusts the bill to what you can manage.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to book ahead—walk-ins aren't an option. Spanish-language services are offered, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Listing verified Nov 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
American Indian or Alaska Native persons
Black or African American persons
Gay Men
Hispanic or Latino persons
LGBTQ
Low Income Persons
Men Who Have Sex with Men (MSM)
Care services
Family Planning
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
Substance Abuse Treatment
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education
STI Prevention/Education
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
Medicare Accepted
Fee
Insurance Accepted
0.4 miles
Statcare
★★★★★4.6(119 reviews)?
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Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 119 reviews
About 1 mile east of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Statcare is a private clinic offering same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV and hepatitis screening with ongoing care management. Walk in anytime for testing, or start PrEP if you're at risk—staff speak French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish.
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Walk-in testing and same-visit STI treatment
Statcare doesn't require an appointment, so you can drop in whenever you need testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis and walk out with treatment the same day. The clinic also screens for herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, TB, and HIV, with counseling built into every visit.
HIV and hepatitis care beyond the test
If you test positive for HIV or hepatitis B or C, Statcare manages treatment on-site rather than referring you elsewhere. The clinic also offers PrEP for anyone at risk of HIV and provides hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus education on prevention across all infections.
Insurance, Medicaid, and out-of-pocket costs
Statcare accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee; ask when you call or arrive for the exact amount.
Multilingual staff and no-appointment access
Staff offer interpretation in French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, and the walk-in model means you don't have to plan weeks ahead. This setup works well for anyone who needs quick, flexible testing without a long wait for an appointment.
About 1 mile northwest of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Century Medical and Dental Center takes appointments for STI testing and treatment alongside primary care. It's built for people who want a single clinic visit to handle testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention options like PrEP.
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Book ahead for a full visit
Century Medical and Dental Center operates by appointment, so call or schedule online before you go. A single visit covers testing, on-site treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, and a chance to discuss prevention strategies with staff who know your medical history.
Tests and treatment in one place
The clinic screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), hepatitis A, B, and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs are treated the same day; hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are available, as is PrEP for HIV prevention.
Insurance and sliding fees
Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee; ask about the exact cost when you schedule, as it varies by service.
Best for people with insurance or steady income
If you have Medicaid, Medicare, or private coverage, Century Medical is an efficient choice—one appointment handles testing, treatment, and prevention in a medical home. Those without insurance should confirm the fee fits their budget before booking.
About 1 mile north of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Community Healthcare Network offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other STI and hepatitis screening, accepting Medicaid and insurance; it's built for anyone seeking affordable testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit, whether you walk in or call ahead.
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Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is free; all other screening—chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A, B, and C, and TB—runs on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and if you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, that's covered too.
Same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs
Walk in for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis testing and get treated the same day if positive. Hepatitis B and C screening is available; hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are offered, along with HIV counseling and PrEP for those who need it.
Walk in anytime; no appointment needed
You don't need to book ahead—just show up. Staff speak Spanish and Haitian Creole, so language won't be a barrier.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, immediate care
If you need free or low-cost testing without an appointment, or if you're uninsured and want PrEP or same-visit STI treatment, this is the place. It's also a solid choice for anyone managing substance use or TB, since those services are integrated into one visit.
12 testing centers serving Brooklyn and Kings County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB.
Community health center
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.
How we rank: vetted partner labs (clearly marked Sponsored) appear first; every other center is listed free and ordered by verified review score, then distance.
Premium Partner
Sunrise Laboratories
Editor's pick
Results in 1–2 days
★★★★★4.9(248 reviews)?
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 248 reviews
3210 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11226
0.1 miles away
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.
Infection
Earliest reliable test
Conclusive after
Guidance only — confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.
Community health center
Nyu Langone Health
Best for free testing
★★★★☆4.3(138 reviews)?
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 138 reviews
About 1 mile east of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: NYU Langone Health offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other services, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance; it's built for anyone seeking STI screening, vaccines, and prevention care without upfront cost barriers.
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Free HIV testing, sliding scale for the rest
HIV testing is free here, and if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or insurance, those cover your visit. Uninsured? You'll pay on a sliding scale, and PrEP is available at no cost if you don't have coverage. The mpox vaccine is also free.
Screens for infections and treats most on-site
NYU Langone tests for HIV (rapid and conventional), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, and TB. Bacterial STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea are treated the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment, TB care, and HIV/AIDS management are all available, as are HPV and hepatitis A vaccines.
Appointments required; multilingual support
You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in. Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole interpretation are available, along with interpretation for other languages.
Best for insured and uninsured alike
Whether you're covered or paying out of pocket, the free HIV test and sliding-scale model mean cost won't stop you. It's especially useful if you're starting PrEP or need ongoing hepatitis or TB care alongside STI screening.
Ryan White HIV careSliding-scalePrEP
3414 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.2 miles away
Family Planning · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Medicare Accepted · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free HIV Test
LanguagesEnglish, French, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Listing verified May 2026 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
About 1 mile west of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Sun River Health tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB, treating bacterial infections on-site and managing hepatitis care over time. It's built for anyone seeking thorough screening plus prevention tools like PrEP and HPV vaccination.
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Screening covers the infections that matter most
Sun River Health runs tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs—gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis—are treated the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site but requires follow-up; HIV care is available through the clinic's medical team.
Prevention is woven into the visit
If you're negative and want to stay that way, Sun River offers PrEP for HIV prevention and HPV vaccination. Condoms are distributed freely, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention is standard. It's prevention and testing as one conversation, not an afterthought.
Cost is tiered to your situation
Testing and treatment are free or sliding-scale depending on income. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted. If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the sliding scale adjusts the bill to what you can manage.
Appointments required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to book ahead—walk-ins aren't an option. Spanish-language services are offered, so language won't be a barrier to care.
Sliding-scalePrEP
2412 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
0.3 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Substance Abuse Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 1 mile east of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Statcare is a private clinic offering same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs, plus HIV and hepatitis screening with ongoing care management. Walk in anytime for testing, or start PrEP if you're at risk—staff speak French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish.
Read full overviewShow less
Walk-in testing and same-visit STI treatment
Statcare doesn't require an appointment, so you can drop in whenever you need testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis and walk out with treatment the same day. The clinic also screens for herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, TB, and HIV, with counseling built into every visit.
HIV and hepatitis care beyond the test
If you test positive for HIV or hepatitis B or C, Statcare manages treatment on-site rather than referring you elsewhere. The clinic also offers PrEP for anyone at risk of HIV and provides hepatitis A and B vaccines, plus education on prevention across all infections.
Insurance, Medicaid, and out-of-pocket costs
Statcare accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance plans. If you're uninsured, expect a standard visit fee; ask when you call or arrive for the exact amount.
Multilingual staff and no-appointment access
Staff offer interpretation in French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, and the walk-in model means you don't have to plan weeks ahead. This setup works well for anyone who needs quick, flexible testing without a long wait for an appointment.
PrEP
3805 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203
0.4 miles away
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · No Fee · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test · Free Hepatitis B Test
LanguagesEnglish, French, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Family Planning · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 1 mile northwest of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Century Medical and Dental Center takes appointments for STI testing and treatment alongside primary care. It's built for people who want a single clinic visit to handle testing, same-day treatment for bacterial infections, and prevention options like PrEP.
Read full overviewShow less
Book ahead for a full visit
Century Medical and Dental Center operates by appointment, so call or schedule online before you go. A single visit covers testing, on-site treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, and a chance to discuss prevention strategies with staff who know your medical history.
Tests and treatment in one place
The clinic screens for HIV (rapid and conventional tests), hepatitis A, B, and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and TB. Bacterial STIs are treated the same day; hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are available, as is PrEP for HIV prevention.
Insurance and sliding fees
Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are accepted. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee; ask about the exact cost when you schedule, as it varies by service.
Best for people with insurance or steady income
If you have Medicaid, Medicare, or private coverage, Century Medical is an efficient choice—one appointment handles testing, treatment, and prevention in a medical home. Those without insurance should confirm the fee fits their budget before booking.
PrEP
770 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11226
0.6 miles away
About 1 mile north of Brooklyn in Brooklyn: Community Healthcare Network offers free HIV testing and sliding-scale fees for other STI and hepatitis screening, accepting Medicaid and insurance; it's built for anyone seeking affordable testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit, whether you walk in or call ahead.
Read full overviewShow less
Free HIV testing, sliding-scale for the rest
HIV testing is free; all other screening—chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis A, B, and C, and TB—runs on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and if you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, that's covered too.
Same-visit testing and treatment for bacterial STIs
Walk in for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis testing and get treated the same day if positive. Hepatitis B and C screening is available; hepatitis B and C treatment is managed on-site. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are offered, along with HIV counseling and PrEP for those who need it.
Walk in anytime; no appointment needed
You don't need to book ahead—just show up. Staff speak Spanish and Haitian Creole, so language won't be a barrier.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, immediate care
If you need free or low-cost testing without an appointment, or if you're uninsured and want PrEP or same-visit STI treatment, this is the place. It's also a solid choice for anyone managing substance use or TB, since those services are integrated into one visit.
Sliding-scalePrEP
1167 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225
0.6 miles away
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Kings County — each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many
test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to
confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.
Va Ny Harbor Hcs-Brooklyn Campus
Brooklyn, NY
800 Poly Place Main Building 3RD FL, Brooklyn, NY, 11209
Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Kings County.
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records, filtered to active labs
certified for moderate-to-high-complexity testing — the level chlamydia/gonorrhea NAAT and syphilis serology
require — near Brooklyn. Any star rating is the CMS Hospital Compare overall rating where the lab is a rated
hospital. Inclusion is not an endorsement and doesn't confirm a facility offers STD testing — always call to verify.
Test from home
At-home STD testing in Brooklyn, NY
The nearest testing center is about 0 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Brooklyn, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified
lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic,
no waiting room — and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.
Want a free option first? The CDC-supported
TakeMeHome
program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits — and, in many areas, free STI kits — to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.
Best range — couples & full panels
myLAB Box
$79 & up
Screens for:
Up to 14 infections — incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and
treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often — confirm current details on
the provider's site.
Local clinicians
Doctors near Brooklyn who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 14,298 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Brooklyn — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 5,197 offer telehealth.
These are licensed clinicians who can order STD testing during a visit — not dedicated STD-testing clinics.
Confirm services and availability before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians (Medicare-enrolled providers).
Local context
About Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn, in Kings, New York, is a large city, where a notable share of residents speak limited English (bilingual services help). Renting is more common than owning, and it skews toward single, unmarried adults. Demand is high even with many clinics, so mail-in kits and telehealth cut the wait.
ZIP 11212 snapshot
Inside Brooklyn's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Brooklyn.
Residents
87,946
Median age
35.6
Median income
$40,060
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Brooklyn
Walkability13.8 / 20 · Above average
Brooklyn scores 13.8/20 on the EPA walkability index, so many trips are walkable or a short ride — though a car still gives you the widest choice of testing centers.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
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Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Brooklyn.
Here's how reported STI rates in Kings County — the county that includes Brooklyn — compare with New York and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~28% of Kings County residents are aged 15–34 (ACS) — the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally, which is why local screening access matters here.
Lower chlamydia rate than 3% of the state's 62 counties (ranked #3)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Kings County vs New York vs U.S.
Kings CountyNew YorkU.S.
Infection
Kings County
New York
United States
Chlamydia
788.620,199 cases▲ 41%
558.4
492.2
Gonorrhea
405.110,375 cases▲ 72%
235.6
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
18.8481 cases▲ 27%
14.8
15.8
Syphilis (early)
35.4906 cases▲ 53%
23.1
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
40.71,042 cases▲ 62%
25.2
29.5
Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. County figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.
Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread — a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.
Reported STD rates in Kings County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 6% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Kings County, chlamydia has risen from 631.2 to 788.6 per 100,000 (25%), gonorrhea has risen from 285.4 to 405.1 per 100,000 (42%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 22.8 to 18.8 per 100,000 (18%).
The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).
Community health context
What shapes testing access in and around Brooklyn
Adults uninsured
13.2%
No routine checkup
18%
No transportation
22%
Binge drinking
13.6%
Frequent mental distress
19.7%
Depression
16.8%
Below poverty line
33.7%
Primary-care ratio
1,582 : 1
Kings County
Primary-care shortage score 20 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 44.5
Social Vulnerability Index · 89th percentile nationally
Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Kings County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Kings County (2023)
Federal priority area: Kings County is one of 48 U.S. counties prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative — targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.
People living with HIV
1225 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
470
On PrEP (coverage)
59%
Kings County HIV care continuum (2023)
Kings County recorded 21.8 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 14.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Kings County residents living with HIV, 93.1% know their status · 72.9% are in care · 65.5% are virally suppressed.
Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers — it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.
Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once — every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at the county health department.
Pregnant or planning to be?
Congenital syphilis — passed from parent to baby in pregnancy — is the fastest-rising STI in the country.
U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023.
It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Kings County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
Compiled and checked by EasySTD's editorial team against CDC and public-health sources. This is educational information, not a substitute for advice from a licensed clinician. Our editorial guidelines →
Two quick references for getting tested in Kings County: the CDC's screening schedule (who should test, and how often) and the detection "window" for each infection (the earliest a test can reliably detect it). Select any infection to open its in-depth testing guide — every clinic and lab listed above for Brooklyn screens for them.
Who should get tested, and how often
Based on current CDC screening recommendations.
Group
Tests
How often
Everyone aged 13–64
HIV
At least once
Sexually active women under 25
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Pregnant people
HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia
Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM)
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV
Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment
HIV, hepatitis B & C
At least yearly
All adults at least once
Hepatitis C
At least once
When to test: STD detection windows
Testing too early can return a false negative — confirm timing with a Brooklyn-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Brooklyn often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits
bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full
guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.
Test
Reference price
CPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT)
$47.80
87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT)
$47.80
87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT)
$47.76
87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody
$79.20
87389
HIV-1/2 antibody
$22.44
86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL)
$5.61
86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody)
$17.49
86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT)
$47.76
87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen
$15.33
87340
Hepatitis C antibody
$29.16
86803
Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS — 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only — a clinic visit, sample collection, or a
bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.
Prevention & treatment
PrEP, prevention & online treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Brooklyn, telehealth covers the rest of the picture — HIV-prevention
medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back
positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.
Prevent (PrEP & DoxyPEP)
Daily or on-demand medication that prevents HIV — and DoxyPEP, which lowers the risk of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Mistr
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP — HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
Pricing varies by insurance and changes often — confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a
substitute for emergency care.
Privacy
Confidentiality & consent in New York
The questions Brooklyn residents ask most before testing, answered under New York law — which sets confidentiality and consent the same way statewide. Prefer to keep your name off the record? See our guide to anonymous STD testing.
Can a minor consent?
In New York, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own — no parental permission is required.
Will it show on my insurance?
If you use health insurance, an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) may be mailed to the policyholder. Under HIPAA you can ask your insurer in writing to send communications confidentially. To keep a test fully private, choose a self-pay private lab, an at-home kit, or a public health clinic — none of these bill your insurance.
Anonymous & no-insurance options
Public health clinics and at-home kits let you test without involving insurance or your regular doctor. Many New York health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. New York permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication to pass to your partner — no separate exam or appointment needed for them.
Source: Guttmacher Institute — Minors' Access to STI Services; HIPAA 45 CFR 164.522; CDC — Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy (last updated Jul 2025). General information, not legal advice.
Good to Know
STD testing FAQs for Brooklyn, NY
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Can I get tested near New York instead?
Possibly — New York is close; compare it by distance against Sunrise Laboratories.
Does insurance cover STD testing near Brooklyn?
Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.
Is there free STD testing near Brooklyn?
Yes — Nyu Langone Health (0.2 mi) offers free testing, and public clinics serve the uninsured.
Which tests are offered near Brooklyn?
Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV — a full panel covers the common ones.
How common is chlamydia in Kings County?
About 789 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), above the New York average.
Do minors need parental consent to test?
In New York, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
Where can teens get STD testing near Brooklyn?
Public health clinics, family-planning clinics, and many school or campus health centers test teens and young adults, often free.
Are there LGBTQ-friendly testing options?
Community health centers and family-planning clinics serve all patients, and many offer LGBTQ-affirming care — ask the site directly.
Do STDs spread from toilet seats or towels?
That's a myth; STIs need sexual contact to spread, not surfaces.
Can the HPV vaccine prevent warts and cancer?
The HPV vaccine guards against the cancer- and wart-causing types; ask a provider if you're still eligible.
