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City Statistics Location: New York State (NY). Country dialling code: 1 (plus area codes 201, 212, 516, 646 or 718). Population: 8 million (city); 14.4 million (metropolitan area). Ethnic mix: 21% black, 44 % white, 26% Hispanic, 9% other. Religion: New York has one of the most religiously diverse populations in the world – figures are constantly changing as the city continues to spiritually evolve. Time zone: GMT - 5 (GMT - 4 from first Sunday in April to Saturday before last Sunday in October). Electricity: 110-120 volts, 60Hz; round two-pin plugs are standard. Average January temp: 0C (32F). Average July temp: 25C (77F). Annual rainfall: 1,200mm (47.3 inches). |