Corning (town), New York facts for kids
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Corning, New York
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Corning (town), New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Steuben |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.35 sq mi (96.74 km2) |
| • Land | 36.85 sq mi (95.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.50 sq mi (1.30 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,093 ft (333 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,986  |
| • Estimate
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5,920 |
| • Density | 169.55/sq mi (65.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
14830-14831
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-18267 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978868 |
Corning is a town in Steuben County, New York, United States. It is located in the eastern part of the county. The town shares a border with the city of Corning. In 2020, the town had a population of 5,986 people. The town is named after Erastus Corning, who was an important financier (someone who deals with money and investments).
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History of Corning
The first settlement in this area began around 1789. It was near what is now the city of Corning. The Town of Corning started as the "Town of Painted Post" in 1796. This was when Steuben County was first created. In 1836, the town's name was changed to "Corning." This was done to honor Erastus Corning, who was a big investor in the local economy. The community of Corning became a village in 1848. Later, in 1890, it became a separate city. The Town of Corning itself was officially formed in 1852.
Geography of Corning
The Town of Corning covers about 37.3 square miles (96.7 square kilometers). Only a small part of this area, about 0.4 square miles (1.3 square kilometers), is water.
Rivers and Waterways
The Chemung River flows through the town and the city of Corning. This river is formed a few miles west of the town. It is created when the Cohocton River and the Tioga River join together.
Neighboring Areas
The eastern border of the town is also the border of Chemung County. This area is next to the Town of Big Flats.
Major Roads
Several important roads pass through the Town of Corning. These include Interstate 86 and several New York State Routes: New York State Route 17, New York State Route 225, New York State Route 352, New York State Route 414, and New York State Route 415.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,088 | — | |
| 1830 | 974 | −53.4% | |
| 1840 | 1,674 | 71.9% | |
| 1850 | 4,372 | 161.2% | |
| 1860 | 6,003 | 37.3% | |
| 1870 | 6,502 | 8.3% | |
| 1880 | 7,402 | 13.8% | |
| 1890 | 1,638 | −77.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,937 | 18.3% | |
| 1910 | 2,391 | 23.4% | |
| 1920 | 2,857 | 19.5% | |
| 1930 | 2,997 | 4.9% | |
| 1940 | 3,152 | 5.2% | |
| 1950 | 4,275 | 35.6% | |
| 1960 | 6,732 | 57.5% | |
| 1970 | 7,523 | 11.7% | |
| 1980 | 6,846 | −9.0% | |
| 1990 | 6,367 | −7.0% | |
| 2000 | 6,426 | 0.9% | |
| 2010 | 6,270 | −2.4% | |
| 2020 | 5,986 | −4.5% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 5,920 | −5.6% | |
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In 2000, there were 6,426 people living in the town. There were 2,491 households and 1,840 families. The population density was about 174 people per square mile. About 32.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (59.8%) were married couples. The average household had about 2.57 people. The average family had about 2.96 people. The population was spread out by age. About 25.4% were under 18 years old. About 14.4% were 65 years or older. The average age was 39 years.
Communities and Places in the Town of Corning
- Corning Community College – This is a public junior college. It is located west of the village of South Corning.
- Corning Manor – This is a small community called a hamlet. It is southeast of Corning city, near Interstate 86.
- Denmark – This is another hamlet and a suburban area. It is northeast of Corning city.
- East Corning – This place is near the eastern border of the town. It is located on New York State Route 352.
- French Mill – This hamlet is south of Corning. It is located on New York State Route 225.
- Gibson – This hamlet is southeast of Corning city. It is on the north bank of the Chemung River.
- Guthrie Corning Hospital – This is a hospital serving the area.
- Narrows Creek – This is a stream that flows into the Chemung River near Gibson.
- Post Creek – This is a stream that flows into the Chemung River near Corning city.
- Riverside – This is a village. It is located on New York State Route 415 and borders the west side of Corning city.
- South Corning – This is another village. It is located on New York State Route 225, south of the city of Corning.
Notable Person
- Deacon White – He was born in Caton, New York. He was a Major League Baseball manager and a player in the Hall of Fame. Deacon White was the very first batter to step up to the plate in the National Association, which was an early baseball league. He lived in Corning for many years during his baseball career.
