Economic Resources of the Bronx, NYC

Natural Resources

• Land: 7,000+ acres of parks (Bronx Zoo, NY Botanical Garden, Van Cortlandt Park).
• Water: Harlem River & East River borders.
• Air: Relatively clean due to parkland.

Economic Resources

• Population: 1.4M+ (4th largest borough) → workforce & market.
• Education: Fordham Univ., Bronx CC, Hostos CC → skilled labor.
• Transportation: Subway, rail, highways connect to NYC.
• Infrastructure: Roads, bridges, utilities.
• Financial Institutions: Citibank, JPMorgan Chase branches.
• Cultural Assets: Diversity, history, arts—unique appeal for business/tourism.