Elbridge (village), New York facts for kids
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Elbridge, New York
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Location in Onondaga County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Onondaga |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.99 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Land | 0.99 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 921 |
| • Density | 926.56/sq mi (357.62/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
13060
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-23789 |
Elbridge is a small village located in the western part of Onondaga County, New York, United States. It is about 15 miles (24 km) west of Syracuse. Elbridge is part of the larger Syracuse Metropolitan Area. In 2020, about 921 people lived in the village.
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Discovering Elbridge's Past
Elbridge is in an area once known as the Central New York Military Tract. This land was set aside for soldiers after the American Revolutionary War. The first person to settle here was Josiah Buck in 1791. He was a government surveyor who mapped the area. He liked it so much that he brought his family back to live here in 1793.
Elbridge officially became a village in 1848. Over time, as the nearby city of Syracuse grew, Elbridge saw some of its factories close. Its population also decreased before the 1900s.
The Elbridge Village Historic District is a special area in the village. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. This means it has important historical buildings and sites.
Exploring Elbridge's Geography
Elbridge is located at coordinates 43°2′3″N 76°26′35″W. This tells us its exact spot on a map. The village covers about 1.0 square mile (2.58 square kilometers) of land. There is no water within the village limits.
The land around Elbridge is quite hilly. The most well-known hill in the village is called Science Hill. A stream named Skaneateles Creek flows along the western side of the village.
Two important roads meet in Elbridge. New York State Route 5 crosses New York State Route 317 right in the village. This makes it easy to travel to and from Elbridge.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Elbridge has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived in the village during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 544 | — | |
| 1870 | 463 | −14.9% | |
| 1880 | 516 | 11.4% | |
| 1890 | 693 | 34.3% | |
| 1900 | 549 | −20.8% | |
| 1910 | 462 | −15.8% | |
| 1920 | 382 | −17.3% | |
| 1930 | 452 | 18.3% | |
| 1940 | 497 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 586 | 17.9% | |
| 1960 | 828 | 41.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,040 | 25.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,099 | 5.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,219 | 10.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,103 | −9.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,058 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 921 | −12.9% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,103 people living in Elbridge. About 24.8% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in the village was 40 years. Most households were families, with many married couples living together.
Education in Elbridge
Students in Elbridge attend schools within the Jordan-Elbridge Central School District. This district serves the village and surrounding areas.
See also
In Spanish: Elbridge (villa) para niños
