Kayla Koslosky

The 5 Boroughs of NYC: A Comprehensive Guide

When people picture New York City, they tend to think of Midtown Manhattan, with its towering skyscrapers, crowded streets and robust dining and shopping scene. However, New York City is actually made up of five distinct governmental districts called "boroughs," and Manhattan is only one of them.

January 1, 2025

The 15 Safest Neighborhoods in NYC for 2024

When most people think of New York City, they picture sparkling skyscrapers, flashy flatscreens and streets crowded with yellow taxis. While this represents some of the city's busiest areas, it doesn’t reflect the whole thing, especially considering that the city consists of five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens and the Bronx. Then, of course, there’s the perception that New York may have high crime rates. In 2022, the NYPD reported receiving 537,000 incidents of crime. While this number may seem staggering, it’s important to remember that more than 8.3 million people live in the city, which brings us to a rate of 28.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. With so many places to choose between and factors to consider, it’s no surprise that moving here can get overwhelming, so let’s check safety off the list. Here is our comprehensive list of the safest neighborhoods in NYC.

January 1, 2025