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The Kings County Map provides a detailed view of Brooklyn, the most populous borough of New York City. This map highlights major neighborhoods including Williamsburg, Bushwick, Flatbush, Bensonhurst, Brighton Beach, Canarsie, and Brooklyn Heights. It also displays important transportation routes, interstate highways, local roads, parks, rivers, and surrounding water bodies such as Jamaica Bay and Upper Bay. County boundaries, localities, and notable landmarks are clearly marked, making the map useful for residents, travelers, researchers, and students. Kings County is known for its diverse communities, cultural attractions, historic districts, and vibrant waterfront areas. Whether you are planning a visit, studying local geography, or exploring Brooklyn’s neighborhoods, this map offers valuable geographic and navigational information.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Kings County |
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
| Founded | 1683 |
| Incorporated | County established in 1683; consolidated into New York City in 1898 |
| Population | Approximately 2.7 million (2024 estimate) |
| County | Brooklyn |
| Area | 96.9 sq mi (251 sq km) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) – UTC-5 / UTC-4 (DST) |
| ZIP Codes | 11201–11239, 11249, and others within Brooklyn |
| Area Code | 718, 347, 929, 917 |
| Known For | Brooklyn, diverse communities, cultural attractions, Coney Island, and historic neighborhoods |
| Major Airport | John F. Kennedy International Airport |
| Climate | Humid Subtropical Climate with warm summers and cool winters |
| Nickname | Borough of Brooklyn |
| Major Highways | I-278 (Brooklyn-Queens Expressway), Belt Parkway, Ocean Parkway |
| Nearby Border | Queens County, Richmond County (Staten Island), and New Jersey across Upper Bay |
| Major Attractions | Brooklyn Bridge, Prospect Park, Coney Island, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden |