As of now, there have been eight U.S. presidents who hailed from New York. These presidents are:
- Martin Van Buren
- Millard Fillmore
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
- Donald Trump
- John Tyler
- Chester A. Arthur
- Grover Cleveland
New York has played a significant role in American politics, especially during the 19th and 20th centuries, and has been the birthplace or home state of many influential political figures. The concentration of political activity, media presence, and economic opportunities in New York City likely contributed to the state’s prominence in producing presidents.