Bainbridge (village), New York facts for kids
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Bainbridge, New York
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 Bainbridge (village), New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Chenango |
| Town | Bainbridge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.35 sq mi (3.51 km2) |
| • Land | 1.31 sq mi (3.40 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,251 |
| • Density | 952.05/sq mi (367.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13733
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-04033 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0942805 |
Bainbridge is a small village located in Chenango County, New York, United States. In 2010, about 1,355 people lived there. The village is right in the middle of the larger town of Bainbridge. It sits between two other cities, Binghamton and Oneonta.
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History of Bainbridge
Early Settlement and Growth
The first people settled in the area where Bainbridge village now stands around 1789. The village officially became a village in 1821. This means it got its own local government.
For a while, Bainbridge was known for making Elmer's Glue. This famous glue was produced right here!
Historic Buildings and Places
Many of Bainbridge's old and important buildings were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. This list helps protect special places in the United States. Another important building, the Charles C. Hovey House and Strong Leather Company Mill, was added to the list in 1996.
The 2006 Flood
In June 2006, a big rainstorm caused a lot of trouble in New York state. The Susquehanna River, which flows through Bainbridge, rose very high. It reached 27 feet, which was 14 feet above its normal flood level.
This caused major flooding in the village. Areas like North Main Street and the baseball field were underwater. The river even stretched far up East Main Street, reaching the village garage and post office. The floodwaters also reached the highway entrance and exit for Interstate 88.
Geography of Bainbridge
Location and Area
Bainbridge is in the southeastern part of Chenango County. Its exact location is 42°17′41″N 75°28′48″W / 42.29472°N 75.48000°W.
The village covers a total area of about 1.3 square miles (3.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), being water.
Rivers and Roads
The Susquehanna River flows right next to the village. This river is a big part of the local geography.
Bainbridge is also easy to reach by road. Interstate 88 has an exit (Exit 8) right at the village. Two important state roads, NY-7 (North and South Main Street) and NY-206 (East and West Main Street), cross paths in the village center.
Population Changes in Bainbridge
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Bainbridge has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different official surveys:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 500 | — | |
| 1860 | 320 | — | |
| 1870 | 681 | 112.8% | |
| 1880 | 781 | 14.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,049 | 34.3% | |
| 1900 | 1,092 | 4.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,159 | 6.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,259 | 8.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,324 | 5.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,450 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,505 | 3.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,712 | 13.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,674 | −2.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,603 | −4.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,550 | −3.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,365 | −11.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,355 | −0.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,251 | −7.7% | |
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According to the census (an official count of people) in 2000, there were 1,365 people living in Bainbridge. The population density was about 1,064 people per square mile. This means that many people live in a small area.
Community Makeup
In 2000, most of the people living in Bainbridge were White (98.17%). A small number of residents were Black, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 1.17% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the village was 38 years old. About 26.4% of the population was under 18 years old.
Economy of Bainbridge
Business and Jobs
Even though Bainbridge is a small village, its location helps its economy. It's close to other towns like Oxford, Guilford, Afton, and Unadilla. It's also near the small cities of Sidney and Norwich. Being close to these places creates more business and job chances for people in Bainbridge.
The village is also located on important roads like New York State Route 7 and Interstate 88. Since it's between bigger cities like Albany and Binghamton, this helps bring business and activity to the local economy.
Local Businesses
Bainbridge has an industrial park called the Bainbridge Business Park. It's about 7 acres big and has seven different lots for businesses. One of the businesses there is an outpatient clinic for the Veterans Health Administration, which helps military veterans.
The old Elmer's Glue factory used to be a very important part of the local economy. After it closed, other businesses have grown to fill its place. For example, Bainbridge is home to the main office of Conklin Fashions. This company is one of the biggest suppliers of costume jewelry and fashion accessories in the United States, and it employs many local people.
See also
In Spanish: Bainbridge (villa) para niños
