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New York . Pop. 1.4M . 373 Mbps . 40,880 POIs . LGA

The Bronx_

New York
Country New York
1.4M
Population
373 Mbps
Internet
40,880
Total POIs
12.7C
Avg Temp
Updated Feb 18, 2026

KEY STATS

1.4M
Population
373 Mbps
Internet
America/New_York
Timezone
LGA (8km)
Airport

OVERVIEW

The Bronx roars with hip-hop roots and Yankee Stadium cheers, delivering raw New York edge at lower rents for savvy nomads. Subway links to Manhattan ensure seamless gigs, while summer block parties and bodega coffees energize work sprints. Diverse neighborhoods spark creative vibes amid urban grit.

QUICK FACTS

Country New York
Population 1.4M
Timezone America/New_York
Airport LGA
GPS 40.85, -73.87

DROPTHE_ GOSSIP

Food
3,490 restaurants mapped in The Bronx
Tech
373 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
LGA airport just 8 km from the city center

INFRASTRUCTURE

40,880 total POIs
Above avg per capita Average Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants 3,490
Cafes 969
Bars 554
Fast Food 1,608
Shopping
Supermarkets 497
Convenience 769
Shopping Malls 113
Healthcare
Hospitals 68
Clinics 742
Pharmacies 472
Education
Schools 1,075
Universities 59
Libraries 159
Recreation
Parks 2,563
Playgrounds 886
Sports 9,178
Cinemas 34
Museums 74
Theatres 150
Transport
Bus Stops 4,634
Train Stations 239
Fuel Stations 374
Services
Banks 605
ATMs 100
Post Offices 171
Police 69
Fire Stations 151
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org

INTERNET SPEED

373 Mbps
Download
138 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
180,887
Tests
53,176
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated

CLIMATE

Best time to visit: May - Sep
J
F
M
13°
A
18°
M
22°
J
24°
J
22°
A
18°
S
13°
O
N
D
18-28 C ideal Warm/Cool Extreme
Year avg: 12.7 C Range: 1.8 - 23.5 C Rain: 1,212 mm/year Sunshine: 3,068 h/year

CITY SCORES

95.0
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.6
Overall

AIRPORT

LGA
LaGuardia Airport
8 km from center Very close — ~12 min ride

FUN FACTS

The borough shares a land border with Westchester County, New York to its north; to its south and west, the New York City borough of Manhattan lies across the Harlem River; and to its south and east is the borough of Queens, across the East River. The Bronx, the only New York City borough located primarily on the U.S. It has the fourth-largest area, fourth-highest population, and third-highest population density of the boroughs. The Bronx is divided by the Bronx River into a hillier section in the west, and a flatter eastern section. The West Bronx was annexed to New York City in 1874, and the areas east of the Bronx River in 1895.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Bronx known for?
The Bronx roars with hip-hop roots and Yankee Stadium cheers, delivering raw New York edge at lower rents for savvy nomads. Subway links to Manhattan ensure seamless gigs, while summer block parties and bodega coffees energize work sprints. Diverse neighborhoods spark creative vibes amid urban grit.
How fast is the internet in The Bronx?
The Bronx has an average download speed of 373 Mbps and upload speed of 138 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in The Bronx?
The Bronx has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves The Bronx?
The Bronx is served by LGA (LaGuardia Airport), approximately 8 km from the city center.
What is the population of The Bronx?
The population of The Bronx is approximately 1.4M.
What infrastructure does The Bronx have?
The Bronx has 40,880 mapped points of interest, including 3,490 restaurants, 68 hospitals, 1,075 schools.
What country is The Bronx in?
The Bronx is located in New York.

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