New York is the nation's third most populous state. While New York City, is geographically the largest city in the state and most populous in the country, is known for its history as a gateway for immigration to the United States and its status as a financial, cultural, transportation, and manufacturing center. In spite of the open land in the state, New Yorks' population is very urban, with 92% of residents living in an urban area. Grouped by metropolitan statistical area the largest population centers in the state are: New York City, Buffalo/Niagara Falls, Rochester, Albany/Capital District, Syracuse, Utica/Rome and Binghamton.