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Chautauqua, New York
Chautauqua (CDP), New York is located in New York
Chautauqua (CDP), New York
Chautauqua (CDP), New York
Location in New York
Country United States
State New York
County Chautauqua
Town Chautauqua
Area
 • Total 0.43 sq mi (1.11 km2)
 • Land 0.43 sq mi (1.11 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,350 ft (410 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 218
 • Density 509.35/sq mi (196.49/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
14722
Area code(s) 716
FIPS code 36-14058
GNIS feature ID 0946459

Chautauqua is a small community in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. It's known as a "hamlet," which is a small village, and also a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area defined by the government for counting people.

The most famous part of Chautauqua is the Chautauqua Institution. This is a special place for learning and a summer resort. It's located right on the southwest shore of Chautauqua Lake. Many people visit here during the summer months. In 2020, about 218 people lived in Chautauqua year-round.

Where is Chautauqua Located?

Chautauqua is in the western part of New York State. It sits right next to Chautauqua Lake. This lake is a big part of the area's geography and activities.

Borders and Nearby Towns

The community is bordered by Chautauqua Lake on one side. On the other side is a road called New York State Route 394.

The town of Mayville is about 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest. It's at the northern end of the lake. A major highway, Interstate 86, is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km) to the southeast. This highway crosses the lake near Bemus Point.

Land Area

The Chautauqua community covers about 1.1 square kilometers (0.43 square miles) of land. There is no water area within the official boundaries of the CDP itself.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Chautauqua changes between summer and winter. Many people visit or stay here during the warmer months.

Population Changes Over Time

Here's how the permanent population has changed:

  • In 2010, there were 191 people.
  • In 2020, the population grew to 218 people.

This information comes from the official U.S. Census.

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