New York County

New York County encompasses the entire island of Manhattan, featuring a grid system of streets and avenues intersecting at right angles throughout the territory.

The county formation dates back to 1683, following the British acquisition of the Dutch colony New Amsterdam, establishing it as one of twelve original counties.

New York County contains numerous theaters, museums, concert halls, and educational institutions, making it a center for arts, entertainment, and higher learning.

The county provides essential services to residents through multiple government offices, courts, and administrative facilities located across Manhattan's different neighborhoods.

This county stands as the smallest by land area among all US counties yet maintains the highest population density with over 1.6 million residents.

Location: New York

Inception: 1683

Shares border with: Kings County, Queens County, Hudson County, Bergen County, Bronx County

Website: https://manhattanbp.nyc.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.71667,-74.00000

Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:44