New York Flag – Official New York State Flag

New York Flag – The Empire State

The New York state flag features a deep blue field with the state coat of arms centered on it. The coat of arms depicts two figures — Liberty on the left with a Phrygian cap and a discarded crown at her feet, and Justice on the right holding scales and a sword while blindfolded. Between them is a shield showing the Hudson River, a ship, a sloop, and the Highlands. Above the shield an American bald eagle perches on a globe. At the bottom the state motto "Excelsior" — Latin for "Ever Upward" — appears on a banner, alongside the secondary motto "E Pluribus Unum" added in 2020.

Every New York flag at Tidmore Flags is made in the USA — sewn to official specifications with reinforced headers, brass grommets, and colorfast dyes. No imported flags, no shortcuts.

Nylon or Polyester — Which New York Flag Is Right for You?

Nylon New York Flag — The best all-around choice for most New York homes and businesses. Nylon is lightweight, flies easily in moderate wind, dries quickly, and holds the deep navy blue and gold of the New York coat of arms well under UV exposure. The right choice for most residential flagpoles across Westchester, the Finger Lakes, the Hudson Valley, and upstate New York.

Polyester New York Flag — Built for tougher conditions. If you're on Long Island, Staten Island, or anywhere exposed to Atlantic coastal winds and salt air, or flying from a rooftop or high-rise in New York City where urban wind tunnel conditions put serious stress on flags, our heavy-duty 2-ply polyester New York flag holds up longer where nylon would wear out faster.

Not sure which to choose? Our New York flag material guide walks through exactly when each material makes sense for your location.

New York Flag Sizes and Pole Recommendations

Our New York flags are available in multiple sizes to fit any flagpole. The most popular size for residential display is the 3x5 ft New York flag, recommended for standard 15- to 20-foot poles. Use our Flag Size Calculator to find the right New York flag size for your pole height.

For a full pole-height-to-flag-size chart see our New York state flag size guide.

Flying a New York Flag in NYC and Coastal Locations

New York's geography creates dramatically different flag conditions depending on where you're flying. New York City's rooftop and high-rise installations face urban wind tunnel conditions that put significantly more stress on flags than standard residential setups — use commercial-grade hardware rated for high wind loads and expect shorter flag lifespans than in calmer inland locations. Long Island and the Hudson Valley coastal areas bring salt air and Atlantic storm exposure that demands marine-grade stainless steel or brass mounting hardware. Inland upstate New York is more forgiving but Nor'easters affect the entire state — always bring your flag in during major storms to extend its life.

Pair Your New York Flag With an American Flag

Flying the New York flag alongside the U.S. flag is a common display for homes, businesses, schools, and government buildings across the state. Our American Flag and New York Flag Nylon Bundle pairs both flags in matching nylon — sized and finished to fly together properly. For coastal and high-wind locations, our American Flag and New York Polyester Flag Bundle pairs both flags in heavy-duty 2-ply.

Indoor New York State Flag

New York's deep blue flag with the detailed coat of arms is one of the sharpest looking indoor ceremonial flags in the country. For courtrooms, government offices, schools, corporate offices, and ceremonial spaces, our New York indoor flag with pole hem and gold fringe is the traditional choice. Our New York Presentation Set includes the flag, pole, base, and ornament — everything needed for a complete indoor display.

Buying New York Flags for Schools, Businesses, or Government Buildings?

New York has one of the highest concentrations of institutional flag buyers in the country — government buildings, SUNY and CUNY campuses, corporate offices, schools, and municipalities all regularly purchase New York state flags. We offer bulk pricing and tax-exempt quotes for qualifying orders. Contact our flag experts or call 800-321-3524 Mon–Thu 8am–5pm CST, Fri 8am–4pm CST.