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Economy, Neighborhood Profile

July 2012 —

The greater downtown Brooklyn area is the civic center of Brooklyn and includes the largest business district in New York City outside of Manhattan.

Economy, Neighborhood Profile

November 2011 —

New York City’s tradition as a melting pot of cultures is vividly on display in the Queens neighborhoods of Corona, Elmhurst, East Elmhurst and Jackson Heights. These neighborhoods, which are located in northwestern Queens, have the highest concentration of immigrants in New York City.

Economy, Neighborhood Profile

September 2011 —

The neighborhood of Flushing, located in northcentral Queens, has a rich history steeped in religious tolerance and cultural diversity. Founded in 1645, Flushing was the first permanent settlement in Queens.

Chinese | Korean

Economy, Neighborhood Profile

July 2011 —

Coney Island and Brighton Beach are located on a peninsula in southern Brooklyn, along the Atlantic Ocean. The oceanfront location, along with access to mass transit, helped shape the development of these neighborhoods, which became a summer resort and home to the country’s oldest amusement area.

Economy, Neighborhood Profile

November 2009 —

Long Island City and Astoria are the westernmost parts of Queens, only minutes from Midtown Manhattan. The area benefits from a strong transportation network, which has made it attractive to business and residential development.

Economy, Neighborhood Profile

December 2008 —

The Hunts Point Food Distribution Center, often referred to as the Hunts Point Market, is the largest food distribution center in the world.

Spanish

Neighborhood Profile

November 2008 —

The neighborhoods of Washington Heights and Inwood comprise the upper portion of Manhattan. The local economy has expanded modestly in recent years, and while the area is home to several large institutions, small businesses are the primary source of local employment.