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East Springfield, New York
US 20 westbound entering East Springfield
US 20 westbound entering East Springfield
East Springfield, New York is located in New York
East Springfield, New York
East Springfield, New York
Location in New York
Country United States
State New York
County Otsego
Town Springfield
Elevation
1,322 ft (403 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
13333
Area code(s) 607
GNIS feature ID 949248

East Springfield is a very small community, often called a hamlet, located in the state of New York, United States. It's found within Otsego County, specifically in the town of Springfield. Imagine a quiet, cozy neighborhood – that's a bit like a hamlet!

In 2010, only 62 people lived here, making it a very tiny place. The area uses the ZIP code 13333.

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East Springfield is a unique spot in New York. It's known for being a hamlet, which is a type of small settlement. Hamlets are usually smaller than villages and towns. They often don't have their own local government. Instead, they are part of a larger town.

Where is East Springfield Located?

East Springfield is nestled in Otsego County. This county is in the central part of New York State. The hamlet is part of the larger Town of Springfield.

What is a Hamlet?

A hamlet is a very small community. It's usually just a cluster of homes and perhaps a few buildings. Unlike a village or city, a hamlet doesn't have its own official government. It relies on the government of the larger town or county it belongs to. This means decisions for East Springfield are made by the Town of Springfield.

East Springfield's Population

According to the 2010 United States census, East Springfield had a population of 62 people. This makes it a very small and close-knit community. Small populations often mean everyone knows each other!

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