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nY is an informal or stylized abbreviation used for the U.S. state of New York. The widely used postal code is NY, and most official sources adopt that form. In data labeling or branding contexts, nY may appear, though it is not the standard designation.

New York sits in the northeastern United States, covering about 54,555 square miles (141,297 km2). It is bordered by Pennsylvania and New Jersey to the south, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut to the east, and Ontario and Quebec to the north, with a diverse landscape from coastal plains to the Adirondack and Catskill mountains. The capital is Albany, and the largest city is New York City. As of the 2020 census the state had roughly 20.2 million residents.

Indigenous peoples inhabited the region before European exploration. In the 17th century it became New Netherland under Dutch control and was renamed New York after English conquest in 1664. It ratified the U.S. Constitution in 1788. The Erie Canal (completed 1825) connected the state to the Midwest, accelerating growth and immigration.

New York has a diversified economy driven by finance, media, healthcare, education, and technology. New York City acts as a global financial and cultural hub. The state government operates under a bicameral legislature, with a governor as chief executive. The nickname Empire State reflects its long-standing economic and cultural influence.

Key landmarks include the Statue of Liberty, Niagara Falls, and the Hudson River Valley. The state encompasses coastal areas, the Adirondack Park, and several major universities and museums, making it a major center for tourism and higher education.