Delaware, New York facts for kids
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Delaware, New York
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Location of Delaware in Sullivan County, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Sullivan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.59 sq mi (92.17 km2) |
| • Land | 34.89 sq mi (90.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.70 sq mi (1.81 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,203 |
| • Density | 63.14/sq mi (24.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-20104 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978894 |
Delaware is a town located in Sullivan County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,203 people lived there.
The Town of Delaware is in the western part of Sullivan County. It's a quiet place with a mix of natural beauty and small communities.
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History of Delaware
The town of Delaware was officially created in 1869. It was formed from a part of another town called Cochecton.
Geography of Delaware
Delaware is located in a scenic area. Its western border is the Delaware River, which also marks the line between New York and Pennsylvania.
The town covers a total area of about 35.3 square miles (91.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water, like rivers and streams.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 1,998 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,830 | −8.4% | |
| 1890 | 1,734 | −5.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,541 | −11.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,842 | 19.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,740 | −5.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,777 | 2.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,934 | 8.8% | |
| 1950 | 2,089 | 8.0% | |
| 1960 | 2,141 | 2.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,260 | 5.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,783 | 23.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,633 | −5.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,720 | 3.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,670 | −1.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,203 | −17.5% | |
According to the census in 2000, there were about 2,719 people living in Delaware. These people lived in 956 households, with many being families.
The population included people of different backgrounds. Most residents were White, with a smaller number of African American, Native American, and Asian people. Some residents also identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The town's population had a mix of age groups. About 26.8% of the people were under 18 years old. The median age was 36 years, meaning half the population was younger and half was older than 36.
Communities and Places in Delaware
The town of Delaware has several small communities and hamlets. A hamlet is a small settlement, often without its own local government.
- Callicoon (formerly Callicoon Depot) – This hamlet is located near the western border of the town. It shares its name with the nearby Town of Callicoon.
- Falls Mills – You can find this hamlet in the southeastern part of the town.
- Hortonville – This hamlet is located east of Callicoon. The historic German Presbyterian Church and Hortonville Cemetery is here. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
- Kenoza Lake – This hamlet was once called Pike Pond. It is in the southeastern part of the town. The Stone Arch Bridge in Kenoza Lake is a historic landmark, listed in 1976.
- Kohlertown – This hamlet is in the northeastern part of the town.
- Swiss Hill – Another hamlet in the northeastern part of the town.
- Lower Beechwood – This hamlet is south of Upper Beechwood, in the southeastern part of the town.
- Upper Beechwood – This hamlet is in the north-central part of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Delaware (Nueva York) para niños
