Jake Long lives in New York City, specifically Manhattan in American Dragon: Jake Long.

Quick Scoop

He’s a Chinese American teen based in Manhattan, and the show follows him balancing normal school life with his dragon duties.

In plain terms

  • Home setting: New York City / Manhattan.
  • Character background: Jake Long is a Chinese American kid who discovers he’s descended from dragons.
  • Show context: The series is set around his life in Manhattan while he protects magical creatures.

TL;DR

Jake Long is from Manhattan, New York City in the series.