Delmar, New York facts for kids
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Delmar
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Home of the Delmartians
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 Delmar
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| Region | Capital District |
| County | Albany County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.382 sq mi (11.35 km2) |
| • Land | 4.382 sq mi (11.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 8,292 |
| • Density | 1,892.3/sq mi (730.62/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12054
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-20148 |
| GNIS feature ID | 948278 |
Delmar is a small community called a hamlet in the Town of Bethlehem. It is located in Albany County, New York, in the United States. Delmar is like a suburb, meaning it's a residential area near the larger city of Albany. A main road called NY Route 443 (Delaware Avenue) runs right through the middle of Delmar, connecting it to Albany.
The U.S. Census Bureau once defined Delmar as a special area for counting people, called a census-designated place (CDP). In 2000, about 8,292 people lived there. However, it was not counted as a CDP in the 2010 census.
In 2005, CNN/Money Magazine said that the Delmar ZIP Code area was one of the "Best Places to Live" in America. It was ranked as the 22nd best place to live among "Great American Towns."
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History of Delmar: How it Got its Name
The story of Delmar began in 1836 when a man named Nathaniel Adams moved to the area. Two years later, he built a big hotel and made other improvements to the community.
When the first post office opened in 1840, Nathaniel Adams became its first postmaster. His hotel even served as Bethlehem's Town Hall for many years, from 1950 to 1980.
In 1841, Nathaniel Adams gave one acre of his land to build a chapel. This meant people of the Dutch Reformed Church didn't have to travel far to worship. Because of Nathaniel Adams's contributions, the area was first known as Adamsville.
From Adamsville to Delmar
After Adamsville got its post office, mail sometimes got mixed up with another town in New York also named Adams. To fix this, the post office name was changed to Adams Station.
However, the Albany and Susquehanna Railroad, which had a train station in the area, decided to call its station Delmar instead of Adamsville. In 1892, local residents asked for the post office name to be changed to match the train station. This request was accepted, and that's how Adams Station became Delmar.
Historic Buildings in Delmar
Several important buildings in Delmar are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical importance. These include the Patterson Farmhouse, the United States Post Office, and the Van Derheyden House.
Geography of Delmar: Where it is Located
Delmar is a hamlet, so its exact boundaries can be a bit unclear. However, it is generally thought to be centered around the intersection of Kenwood and Delaware avenues.
According to the 2000 U.S. Census, the special area defined as the Delmar CDP covered about 4.382 square miles, all of it land. The borders of a CDP can change with each census.
Waterways in Delmar
Several small creeks and streams flow through Delmar. North of Delaware Avenue, these streams usually flow north into the Normans Kill. South of Delaware Avenue, you'll find Dowers Kill, which flows south and joins the Vloman Kill.
Delmar's Neighbors
Delmar is surrounded by other communities. Here's a look at its location:
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City of Albany | Hamlet of Elsmere | |
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| Hamlet of Slingerlands |  |
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 Hamlet of Delmar  |
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| Town of New Scotland Hamlet of Unionville |
Hamlet of Houcks Corners | Hamlet of Bethlehem Center |
People of Delmar: Demographics
| Delmar Historical Populations | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1980 | 8,423 | — |
| 1990 | 8,360 | −0.7% |
| 2000 | 8,292 | −0.8% |
| Sources: Censuses 1980; and 1990 and 2000. | ||
In 2000, the Delmar CDP had 8,292 people living in 3,420 households. About 2,373 of these households were families. The population density was about 1,892 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Delmar were White (96.61%). There were also smaller percentages of Asian (1.24%), African American (1.18%), and Native American (0.12%) residents. About 1.23% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of all the households, 33.3% had children under 18 living with them. Most households (60.0%) were married couples living together. About 7.4% had a female head of household with no husband present.
The average household had 2.41 people, and the average family had 2.94 people.
Age Distribution
The population in Delmar was spread out across different age groups:
- 25.4% were under 18 years old.
- 4.5% were between 18 and 24.
- 24.3% were between 25 and 44.
- 28.9% were between 45 and 64.
- 16.9% were 65 years or older.
The median age in Delmar was 43 years. This means half the people were older than 43 and half were younger. For every 100 females, there were about 90.4 males.
Income Levels
In 2000, the median income for a household in Delmar was $64,438. For families, the median income was higher, at $83,219. The average income per person was $35,363.
A small percentage of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 3.0% of those under 18 and 0.8% of those 65 and older.
Notable People from Delmar
Many interesting people have lived in Delmar over the years:
- Edward Burton Hughes (1905-1987) — He was a transportation commissioner and lived in Delmar for a long time.
- Megyn Kelly — A well-known American journalist and media personality.
- Eva Marie Saint — A famous film actress.
See also
In Spanish: Delmar (Nueva York) para niños
