Connecticut (IPA: /kəˈnɛtɪkət/) is an state locate in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. Portions of southwestern Connecticut are also considered part of the New York metropolitan area. Connecticut is the 29th most populous state with 3.4 million residents and ranked 48th in size by area, making it the 4th most densely populated state. Called the "Constitution State", Connecticut has a long history dating from the early colonial times, and was influential in the development of early American government.