Andes, New York facts for kids
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Andes, New York
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 Andes, New York
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Delaware |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 112.36 sq mi (291.01 km2) |
| • Land | 108.66 sq mi (281.44 km2) |
| • Water | 3.69 sq mi (9.57 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft (500 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,114 |
| • Density | 9.915/sq mi (3.8280/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| ZIP code |
13731
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-025-02132 |
| GNIS code | 978680 |
Andes is a small town located in Delaware County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,114 people lived there.
The town of Andes also has a smaller community inside it, which used to be a village. This community is also called Andes. The town is found on the southeastern edge of Delaware County.
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History of Andes
Early Settlement and Land Ownership
People first started settling in the Andes area in 1784. The town itself was officially formed in 1819. Much of Delaware County, including Andes, was once part of a large land grant called the Hardenbergh Patent. This land was owned by members of the Livingston family.
The town was named after the Andes brothers. They were four English immigrants, mostly of Irish background, who started one of America's first grain trading businesses. It's interesting to note that the town is not named after the famous Andes mountains in South America!
The Anti-Rent War
In 1845, a big conflict happened in the area, known as the Anti-Rent War. This was a time when farmers protested against the old system of land ownership. They felt it was unfair to pay rent to landlords for land they worked on.
During one protest, several hundred people dressed up as "Calico Indians." They shot and killed Under-Sheriff Osman Steele when he and other officers tried to collect overdue rent. This rent was owed to the landlord of the manor. Many protesters were arrested, and two were even sentenced to death. However, their sentences were later changed.
Changes to the Village
On December 31, 2003, the official village of Andes stopped existing. The people living there voted to dissolve the village on June 3, 2002. The vote was 81 to 63 in favor of ending the village's official status.
Historic Places
The Jackson-Aitken Farm is an important historical site in Andes. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. This means it is recognized as a place worth preserving because of its history.
Geography of Andes
Andes is located in the southeastern part of Delaware County. It sits on the western edge of the beautiful Catskill Mountains. The southern border of the town touches Ulster County. Part of Andes is also inside the Catskill Park, a protected natural area.
The town covers a total area of about 291.8 square kilometers (112.7 square miles). Most of this is land, about 281.3 square kilometers (108.6 square miles). The rest, about 9.6 square kilometers (3.7 square miles), is water. The Pepacton Reservoir is a large body of water that runs through the south-central part of the town. This reservoir was created by damming the East Branch Delaware River.
Population of Andes
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,378 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,859 | 34.9% | |
| 1840 | 2,176 | 17.1% | |
| 1850 | 2,672 | 22.8% | |
| 1860 | 2,990 | 11.9% | |
| 1870 | 2,840 | −5.0% | |
| 1880 | 2,639 | −7.1% | |
| 1890 | 2,264 | −14.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,927 | −14.9% | |
| 1910 | 2,007 | 4.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,922 | −4.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,899 | −1.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,687 | −11.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,665 | −1.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,274 | −23.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,193 | −6.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,312 | 10.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,291 | −1.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,356 | 5.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,301 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,114 | −14.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census</ref> 2020 | |||
Population in 2000
In the year 2000, there were 1,356 people living in Andes. These people lived in 604 households, and 381 of these were families. The population was spread out, with about 18.4% of people under 18 years old. About 21.6% of the population was 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 48 years.
Most of the people in Andes were White (96.90%). There were also smaller percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and people of other backgrounds. About 1.92% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Education in Andes
The main school in the Andes community is Andes Central School. This school system is one of the smallest public schools in New York State. In 2019, it taught 65 students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.
Communities and Locations in Andes
- Andes – This is the main hamlet (small community) of Andes. It is located on Route 28 in the northern part of the town.
- Pepacton Reservoir – A large reservoir that is partly located within the town.
- Shavertown – This was a community that was lost when the Pepacton Reservoir was created.
- Union Grove – This was another community that was lost when the Pepacton Reservoir was created.
Notable People from Andes
Here are some well-known people who have lived in Andes:
- Ira Black (1941–2006) – A neuroscientist (someone who studies the brain) and stem cell researcher. He was the first director of the Stem Cell Institute of New Jersey.
- Susan Dey (born 1952) – An actress who moved to the Andes area in 2007.
Climate in Andes
The climate in Andes has big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm to hot, and often humid. Winters are cold, and sometimes very cold. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Andes has a humid continental climate. This type of climate is often shown as "Dfb" on climate maps.
See also
In Spanish: Andes (pueblo) para niños
