New York County Map with Cities
Explore geography, source year and identifier definitions before using the map.
Explore this historical reference layer and search its county or county-equivalent names and FIPS identifiers. Alphabetical list as contained in the bundled historic dataset. This is not a verified current count. 62 reference entries Source limitations: Geometry from bundled Basemap New York Map
County and County-Equivalent Reference List
County / equivalent FIPS (dataset) Albany 36001 Allegany 36003 Bronx 36005 Broome 36007 Cattaraugus 36009 Cayuga 36011 Chautauqua 36013 Chemung 36015 Chenango 36017 Clinton 36019 Columbia 36021 Cortland 36023 Delaware 36025 Dutchess 36027 Erie 36029 Essex 36031 Franklin 36033 Fulton 36035 Genesee 36037 Greene 36039 Hamilton 36041 Herkimer 36043 Jefferson 36045 Kings 36047 Lewis 36049 Livingston 36051 Madison 36053 Monroe 36055 Montgomery 36057 Nassau 36059 New York 36061 Niagara 36063 Oneida 36065 Onondaga 36067 Ontario 36069 Orange 36071 Orleans 36073 Oswego 36075 Otsego 36077 Putnam 36079 Queens 36081 Rensselaer 36083 Richmond 36085 Rockland 36087 Saratoga 36091 Schenectady 36093 Schoharie 36095 Schuyler 36097 Seneca 36099 St. Lawrence 36089 Steuben 36101 Suffolk 36103 Sullivan 36105 Tioga 36107 Tompkins 36109 Ulster 36111 Warren 36113 Washington 36115 Wayne 36117 Westchester 36119 Wyoming 36121 Yates 36123 UScounties shapefile (EPSG:4269), source vintage not verified. Do not quote its numeric totals as present-day administrative counts. Downloaded SVG files include no legal accuracy warranty.
Understanding the county-equivalent system in New York
New York City comprises five boroughs that align with five county-level geographic units. County-equivalent units are the level used in many Census datasets; state-level terminology and changes over time can affect counts and boundaries.
Examples of New York county GEOIDs
| Legacy reference name | Five-digit GEOID | County part |
|---|---|---|
| Albany | 36001 |
001 |
| Allegany | 36003 |
003 |
| Bronx | 36005 |
005 |
| Broome | 36007 |
007 |
| Cattaraugus | 36009 |
009 |
| Cayuga | 36011 |
011 |
The first two FIPS digits identify the state in this dataset (36); the following three digits identify a county or county-equivalent record. Preserve leading zeros when storing these IDs in spreadsheets, CSV or databases.
How to read and verify the county map
- Start with the state outline and use the on-page search to find a county or full FIPS code.
- Check whether the entry represents a county, parish, borough, census area or independent city.
- Use the source-year label when referencing boundaries or computing statistics.
- For modern population, area or county-seat statistics, join this table to a verified dated government source rather than guessing from the map.
County lists versus postal addresses
A ZIP code, county name and postal city serve different purposes. A mailing address can use a neighboring city’s name, and one ZIP can intersect several counties. Use a point-in-polygon lookup against a properly dated jurisdiction layer when an exact address-to-county answer matters.
Official data to cross-check
The U.S. Census Bureau publishes 2025 Gazetteer county tables with area and representative coordinate fields, and TIGER/Line boundaries. The Gazetteer files do not include population; a separately dated Census or ACS table is required for that value.
10 questions about New York
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How many counties or county equivalents are listed for New York?
The bundled reference currently contains 62 entries for New York. Because the underlying source vintage is not confirmed against the latest Census release, verify the authoritative current count before quoting it.
What is the county FIPS code for New York?
New York has state-level FIPS prefix 36. A complete county GEOID combines the two-digit state code and a three-digit county code. For example, Albany has the stored GEOID 36001.
How do I locate a county on the New York map?
Use the county-name/FIPS table and consult an authoritative labeled map to match a name to its boundary. A point near a border needs a precise coordinate-based check.
Can I download a blank New York county map?
Check the associated printable-map page. County outlines require actual county geometry; an exterior state outline alone does not provide individual county borders.
Does the list include all current county equivalents in New York?
The page displays records in the bundled historical reference, not a certified current list. Independent cities and similar county equivalents require careful definition.
Is the New York county data from the latest Census year?
No current-vintage certification is claimed for this local dataset. Compare names and GEOIDs against a dated TIGER/Line or Census Gazetteer file.
What is the difference between a county and a ZIP Code in New York?
County boundaries are government/statistical administrative areas; ZIP Codes are postal delivery identifiers and often cross counties. ZIP Code Tabulation Areas are Census approximations.
Can I look up a New York county by address?
An authoritative geocoding service or Census Geocoder can map an address to an official county. County names alone do not determine the county of every address.
Where do I find county population and land area for New York?
Use a named Census population-estimate vintage for people and a Gazetteer/TIGER data year for area. Avoid mixing Census years when calculating density or ranks.
Can I use New York county borders for property or legal decisions?
No. The reference is intended for education and general exploration. Property and administrative boundary decisions require current authoritative local records and licensed surveys where appropriate.
Editorial and data status: This is an unpublished reference draft. The information must be checked before the page can be treated as current geographic data or production-ready research.