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Evans
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| Town of Evans | |
U.S. Post Office, Angola, NY
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Location in Erie County and the state of New York.
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Location of New York in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Erie |
| Incorporated | 1821 |
| Named for | David Evans |
| Area | |
| • Total | 41.56 sq mi (107.64 km2) |
| • Land | 41.53 sq mi (107.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,308  |
| • Density | 389.86/sq mi (150.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14006
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| Area code(s) | 716 |
| FIPS code | 36-029-24801 |
| FIPS code | 36-24801 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978947 |
Evans is a town in Erie County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 15,308 people lived there. The town is named after David E. Evans. He was an agent for the Holland Land Company. He was also the nephew of land agent Joseph Ellicott.
Evans is about 20 miles (32 km) southwest of Buffalo. It is a rural area with 12 miles (19 km) of waterfront along Lake Erie. The town is close to major trading centers. It is also a gateway for trade with Canada.
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History of Evans
The town of Evans was created in 1821. It was formed from a part of the town of Eden. The first settler arrived around 1804. However, people did not start living there permanently until 1808. David Evans became the local agent for the Holland Land Company in 1827. He was known for being fair to the settlers who were struggling.
Geography and Location
Evans covers a total area of about 41.56 square miles (107.64 km²). Most of this area, 41.53 square miles (107.56 km²), is land. Only a small part, 0.03 square miles (0.08 km²), is water.
Major roads like the New York State Thruway (Interstate 90), US 20, and NY 5 run through the town.
The northern border of Evans is defined by Eighteen Mile Creek. This creek is famous for its excellent fossil formations. Lake Erie forms the western border of the town.
Nearby Towns
- To the south of Evans is the town of Brant.
- To the northeast is Hamburg.
- To the east is the town of Eden.
Communities and Places in Evans
Evans has several communities and interesting spots:
- Angola – A village in the southern part of the town.
- Angola Lake Shore Addition – A community in the southwest.
- Angola on the Lake – A community right by Lake Erie.
- Bennett Beach – A park on the lakeside, west of Evans Center.
- Camp Lakeland – Another lakeside community by Lake Erie.
- Camp Pioneer – Also a lakeside community by Lake Erie.
- Derby – A small hamlet in the northwest.
- Evans Beach Park – A hamlet on the lake shore, west of Angola.
- Evans Center – A hamlet on NY-5, north of Angola.
- Evangola State Park – A small part of this state park is on the town's southern border.
- Grandview Bay – A lakeside hamlet west of Angola.
- Highland-on-the-Lake – A lakeside hamlet on NY-5.
- Jerusalem Corners – A hamlet in the western part of the town.
- Lake Erie Beach – A lakeside hamlet southwest of Angola.
- North Evans – A hamlet in the northeastern corner.
- Pontiac – A location near the eastern town line.
- Wendt Beach Park – A lakeside park north of Camp Lakeland.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 1,185 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,807 | 52.5% | |
| 1850 | 2,182 | 20.8% | |
| 1860 | 2,510 | 15.0% | |
| 1870 | 2,593 | 3.3% | |
| 1880 | 2,610 | 0.7% | |
| 1890 | 2,692 | 3.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,795 | 3.8% | |
| 1910 | 3,124 | 11.8% | |
| 1920 | 3,468 | 11.0% | |
| 1930 | 3,827 | 10.4% | |
| 1940 | 5,047 | 31.9% | |
| 1950 | 7,663 | 51.8% | |
| 1960 | 12,078 | 57.6% | |
| 1970 | 14,570 | 20.6% | |
| 1980 | 17,961 | 23.3% | |
| 1990 | 17,478 | −2.7% | |
| 2000 | 17,594 | 0.7% | |
| 2010 | 16,356 | −7.0% | |
| 2020 | 15,308 | −6.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 14,070 people living in Evans. There were 6,639 households and 4,773 families. The population density was about 420.5 people per square mile (162.4/km²).
About 34.8% of households had children under 18. Most households (56.4%) were married couples. About 23.5% of all households were single individuals. The average household had 2.63 people.
The median age in the town was 38 years old. About 26.3% of the population was under 18. About 12.3% were 65 or older.
Fun and Recreation
Evans is a popular place for tourism and fun, especially in the summer. This is because it is located right on the waterfront.
- Bennett Beach and Wendt Beach Park are popular spots for recreation.
- Sturgeon Point Marina is also a well-liked place for outdoor activities.
- A small part of Evangola State Park is located within the town.
Schools in Evans
The town of Evans has several schools:
- One high school.
- One middle school.
- Three elementary schools.
- One educational center (which used to be an elementary school).
Famous People from Evans
Some notable people have connections to Evans:
- Willis Carrier – He was the inventor of air conditioning.
- Alfred Gray – A former politician from Kansas.
- Patrick Kaleta – An ice hockey player for the Buffalo Sabres.
- Christian Laettner – A former NBA basketball player.
- Nathaniel O. Murray – A Wisconsin State Assemblyman and steamboat owner.
- Francis J. Pordum – A former New York state assemblyman who also served as Town Supervisor.
- A. W. Shepard – A former college football head coach who lived in North Evans.
See also
In Spanish: Evans (Nueva York) para niños
