I think that the culture of NYC has a lot to do with why it's not particularly associated with tech. New Yorkers take pride in their reputation for toughness.

I think that the culture of NYC has a lot to do with why it's not particularly associated with tech. New Yorkers take pride in their reputation for toughness. New York is about projecting strength. New York is about old money. Tech people, not in all cases but I believe the majority, take pride in their intelligence, ingenuity and adaptability. The west coast is about doing things your own way. The west coast is about not being afraid to be different. The west coast has a reputation, deservedly or not, for embracing unique individuals and that appeals more to tech people than New York's toughness.