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Barre, New York
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Location in Orleans County and the state of New York.
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Location of New York in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Orleans |
| Area | |
| • Total | 55.05 sq mi (142.58 km2) |
| • Land | 55.04 sq mi (142.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,025 |
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1,921 |
| • Density | 34.90/sq mi (13.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-04572 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978710 |
Barre is a small town located in Orleans County, New York, United States. In 2010, about 2,025 people lived there. The town got its name from another place called Barre in Massachusetts.
The Town of Barre is found on the southern edge of Orleans County.
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History of Barre
The Town of Barre was created in 1818. It was formed from a part of the Town of Gaines. The town was named after the hometown of one of its first settlers.
A special building called the Benjamin Franklin Gates House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. This means it is an important historical site.
Geography and Location
Where is Barre Located?
Barre covers a total area of about 55.1 square miles (142.58 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part is water.
The southern border of Barre touches the Towns of Elba and Oakfield. These towns are in Genesee County.
Main Roads in Barre
New York State Route 98 is a big road that goes through Barre. It runs from north to south. This road crosses New York State Route 31A near the northern part of the town.
Town Government
The person in charge of the Town of Barre is called the Town Supervisor. As of 2025, Sean Pogue is the current Town Supervisor.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,767 | — | |
| 1830 | 4,801 | 171.7% | |
| 1840 | 5,539 | 15.4% | |
| 1850 | 6,437 | 16.2% | |
| 1860 | 7,228 | 12.3% | |
| 1870 | 6,756 | −6.5% | |
| 1880 | 2,325 | −65.6% | |
| 1890 | 2,154 | −7.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,937 | −10.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,812 | −6.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,622 | −10.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,686 | 3.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,545 | −8.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,623 | 5.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,922 | 18.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,135 | 11.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,164 | 1.4% | |
| 1990 | 2,093 | −3.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,124 | 1.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,025 | −4.7% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 1,921 | −5.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 2,124 people living in Barre. There were 739 households, which are groups of people living together. About 582 of these were families. The population density was about 38.6 people per square mile.
Many households, about 38.6%, had children under 18 living with them. Most households, 66.6%, were married couples. The average household had about 2.87 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 28.8% of the people were under 18 years old. About 9.8% were 65 years or older. The average age in Barre was 36 years.
Famous People from Barre
- Lorenzo Burrows – A former member of the U.S. Congress.
- Frank Hamilton Cushing (1857-1900) – An American expert on cultures and people. He lived in Barre when he was young.
- John G. Sawyer – Another former member of the U.S. Congress.
- Chester Harding – A well-known American artist who painted portraits.
- Charles H. Nesbitt – A former leader in the Assembly.
Places in Barre
- Barre Center – A small community on NY-98. It is south of the Village of Albion.
- Braggs Corners – A spot southwest of Barre Center.
- Burma Woods – A community in the western part of town. It is north of West Barre.
- Pine Hill Airport (9G6) – A small airport for general aviation. It is near the western town line.
- South Barre – A community in the southeastern part of the town.
- West Barre – A community located in the south-central part of the town.
Farming in Barre
Barre is known as a "right-to-farm" community. This means that farming is an important activity here. Laws protect farmers' rights to continue their work.
See also
In Spanish: Barre (Nueva York) para niños
