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Kings County (Brooklyn)

Kings County, commonly known as Brooklyn, is led by Borough President Antonio Reynoso. It combines a rich historical background with a contemporary and vibrant cultural scene. Brooklyn is known for its distinct neighborhoods, each with its own unique character. From the historic charm of Brooklyn Heights to the lively atmosphere of Coney Island, Brooklyn offers a diverse range of experiences.

Brooklyn hosts the renowned Brooklyn Film Festival and the West Indian American Day Carnival, celebrating Caribbean culture. The borough is also home to iconic landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge and Prospect Park.

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Kings County administration contact details

Kings County administration contact details
Address209 Joralemon Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
County seatBrooklyn
Phone number(718) 802-3700
Official websitehttps://www.brooklyn-usa.org
County ClerkNancy T. Sunshine
County CommissionerSteven Banks

Kings County, NY Sheriff's Office and Jail Information

Number of prisons1
Jail namesBrooklyn Detention Complex
Sheriff office address210 Joralemon St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Sheriff office phone number718-488-2300
Inmate search informationTo locate an inmate in Kings County, use the New York City Department of Correction's inmate lookup tool online or contact the facility directly.
Clerk of Court nameNancy T. Sunshine
Clerk of Court address360 Adams Street, Room 189, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Kings County (NY) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages1
Population2,504,000
Area182 sq mi
Density13,758 /sq mi
GDP$91 billion
Median Household Income$56,000
Poverty rate19%
Unemployment rate4.5%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)37%
Crime rate2,419 per 100,000 people

Environmental risk in Kings County, NY

Overall riskRelatively High
Expected Annual LossRelatively High
Social VulnerabilityVery High
Community ResilienceVery Low
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskRelatively High
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskVery Low
Earthquake RiskRelatively Moderate

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.


counties surrounding Kings

Queens 6.1 milesHudson 9.4 milesNew York 9.7 miles
Richmond 11.1 milesBronx 15.7 milesEssex 18.8 miles

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