Wilmington is strategically located approximately mid-point between New York & Washington, DC. Philadelphia's International Airport, the Greater Wilmington Airport, and Amtrak's main east coast line provide national & international accessibility. Three major interstate highways, excellent state highways, and scenic U.S. routes link Wilmington to the entire east coast. One third of the nation's population & income is within a 350 mile radius of the City. Wilmington is home to more than 72,000 people of diverse backgrounds. Wilmington is often referred to as the "corporate capital of the world". Over half of the Fortune 500 companies call Wilmington their corporate home. The unique synergism that exists between government, business and labor has successfully addressed the issue of infrastructure rebuilding, leading the City to its position as financial, governmental and corporate hub of the State and region.