Bronx County
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- Population
- 1,404,779
- Area
- 42.18 sq mi (109.24 km²), 15.19 sq mi water
- Median age
- 36
- Households
- 534,100
- Persons per household
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $48,676
- Median house value
- $529,500
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Bronx County, a borough buzzing with cultural energy, is one of the five hearts of New York City. Steeped in history, it boasts renowned sites like Yankee Stadium and the Bronx Zoo, the world's largest metropolitan zoo. The Bronx offers a vibrant mix of experiences, from the peaceful beauty of the Bronx Park to the lively atmosphere of Arthur Avenue, known as "Little Italy". This borough is a true melting pot, where over 75 languages are spoken on its streets.
Bronx County
An independent city — coextensive with this county-equivalent, so it is governed as a city and reported as a county.
Local News
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Bronx Times
Published 20 hours agoSt. Mary’s Recreation Center reopens after $20.7M renovation
After nearly four years of closure and a $20.7 million renovation, St. Mary’s Recreation Center has reopened in St. Mary’s Park. NYC Parks celebrated the reopening Sept. 30, which also marked the center’s 75th anniversary. City officials, elected leaders and community members…