Jackson Heights may have started out as an exceptionally exclusive community, but today, its population is the most varied of anywhere in New York City. The community attracts all kinds of people by combining convenience, including easy accessibility to Manhattan and Brooklyn and a wealth of shops throughout the area, with affordable prices. The community especially appeals to immigrants, particularly those from India and various parts of Latin America. Overall, immigrants who settle in Jackson Heights originate from 70 different countries and speak 40 different languages.
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