New York County

New York County, also known as Manhattan, has a population of approximately 1.63 million people. The racial composition is 47.4% White, 24.3% Hispanic or Latino, 15.4% Black or African American, 13.4% Asian, and 0.5% Native American. The median age is 37.2 years. It has a high population density, around 72,033 people per square mile. The median household income is approximately $86,553. About 77.7% of the residents have a high school diploma or higher, and 60.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

(Numbers are approximations based on recent data and can vary slightly.)

As of 2023, New York County, also known as Manhattan, has a median home price of around $1.1 million. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $3,500 per month. Vacancy rates are low, around 2%. The county consists predominantly of multi-family units, with about 75% of residents renting rather than owning. Housing costs have been rising steadily, reflecting strong demand and limited supply.

In New York County, NY, also known as Manhattan, elections typically feature a range of local, state, and federal positions. For the 2021 mayoral election, Democratic candidate Eric Adams won with 753,801 votes (66.5%), defeating Republican Curtis Sliwa who received 312,385 votes (27.1%).

For the Borough President election, Mark Levine (Democratic) received 203,719 votes (84.0%), while his Republican opponent, Lou Puliafito, got 38,702 votes (16.0%).

In legislative races, NY Congressional District 10 saw Democrat Jerry Nadler winning with 92,814 votes (75.6%), over Republican Cathy Bernstein with 29,960 votes (24.4%).

On the state level, in the 74th Assembly District, Democrat Harvey Epstein secured victory with 28,708 votes (82.3%), against Republican Bryan Jung who received 6,154 votes (17.7%).

For the City Council, in District 3, Erik Bottcher garnered 22,382 votes (88.5%), compared to Republican Leslie Boghosian Murphy with 2,907 votes (11.5%).

Turnout, candidacy, and support levels can fluctuate based

New York County, commonly known as Manhattan, demonstrates a higher level of education compared to national and state averages. According to recent data:

• Approximately 61.3% of residents over age 25 hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• This is significantly above the national average of 35% and the New York state average of around 37%.
• High school diploma attainment in the county is 90.5%, also surpassing the national average of 88%.

The elevated educational attainment rates in Manhattan can be attributed to its concentration of educational institutions and professional opportunities that attract highly educated individuals.

As of recent data, New York County, NY (Manhattan) has a labor force of approximately 1.6 million people. Key industries include finance and insurance (15%), professional, scientific, and technical services (14%), healthcare and social assistance (13%), and educational services (10%).

In comparison, nationwide, the finance sector employs about 6% of the workforce, professional services 8%, healthcare 14%, and education 9%. Statewide, the figures are closer, with finance and insurance at 9%, professional services at 9%, healthcare at 16%, and education at 10%.

These numbers illustrate Manhattan's significant concentration in finance, nearly double the national rate, reflecting the presence of Wall Street and major financial institutions. Additionally, Manhattan also leads in professional services compared to national and state levels. Healthcare and education employment are more aligned with both the state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in New York County (Manhattan), NY, is approximately $124,254. This is significantly higher than both the national average household income of around $68,703 and the New York State average of about $93,463.

New York County's elevated income levels can be attributed to its status as a financial, business, and cultural hub, housing numerous high-paying industries and professionals.

In 2022, New York County (Manhattan), NY, reported varying rates for different types of crimes. The overall crime rate increased by 22.4% from the previous year.

Crime Statistics Table for New York County, NY (2022)

These numbers reflect an increase in violent crimes, with aggravated assault and robbery showing notable rises. Property crimes, particularly larceny-theft, remained the most prevalent issue. The data underscores the need for ongoing public safety measures and resources to address crime rates in the area.