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Friendship, New York
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 Friendship, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Allegany |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.23 sq mi (93.83 km2) |
| • Land | 36.22 sq mi (93.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,673 ft (510 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,960 |
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(2021)
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1,946 |
| • Density | 52.80/sq mi (20.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14739
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-003-27705 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978978 |
Friendship is a small town located in Allegany County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 1,960 people lived there. The town's name, "Friendship," was chosen to show that old disagreements had been settled.
Friendship is found near the center of Allegany County. It is located northeast of the city of Olean.
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History of Friendship, New York
Early Settlement and Name Change
People from Europe first settled in this area around 1806. The town was originally called "Bloody Corners." This was because there were many arguments and fights, especially on weekends.
However, the people who lived there wanted a better name. They decided to call it "Friendship" to show peace and cooperation.
In the southern part of the town, there is a small community called Nile. It is thought that early settlers, many of whom were Seventh Day Baptists, chose this name.
Town Formation and Growth
The town of Friendship was officially formed in 1815. It was created from a part of the town of Caneadea. Over time, other towns were formed from parts of Friendship. These include Cuba (in 1822), Bolivar (in 1825), and a section of Wirt (in 1838).
In the 1870s, many of the original wooden buildings in Friendship village were destroyed by fires. They were later rebuilt using brick. A historic garden from 1870, called the Hyde House Garden, was moved to the Genesee Country Museum.
Two important buildings in Friendship are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value. The Wellman House was added in 1974, and the Friendship Free Library was added in 2008.
In 2015, the town of Friendship celebrated its 200th birthday!
Geography and Location
Land and Water Features
Friendship covers a total area of about 93.8 square kilometers (36.2 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.03 square kilometers (0.01 square miles), is water.
Major Roads and Waterways
The Southern Tier Expressway, which includes Interstate 86 and New York State Route 17, runs through the town. This expressway connects with New York State Route 275 in Friendship village.
The Van Campen Creek flows through the town. This stream eventually leads to the Genesee River.
Population and People
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 662 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,502 | 126.9% | |
| 1840 | 1,244 | −17.2% | |
| 1850 | 1,675 | 34.6% | |
| 1860 | 1,889 | 12.8% | |
| 1870 | 1,528 | −19.1% | |
| 1880 | 2,127 | 39.2% | |
| 1890 | 2,216 | 4.2% | |
| 1900 | 2,136 | −3.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,100 | −1.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,788 | −14.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,868 | 4.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,932 | 3.4% | |
| 1950 | 2,182 | 12.9% | |
| 1960 | 2,020 | −7.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,106 | 4.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,164 | 2.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,185 | 1.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,927 | −11.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,004 | 4.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,960 | −2.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,946 | −2.9% | |
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According to the census from 2000, there were 1,927 people living in Friendship. These people made up 770 households and 514 families. The town had about 53 people per square mile.
Diversity and Age Groups
Most of the people in Friendship were White (96.57%). There were also smaller groups of Black or African American (1.87%), Native American (0.10%), and Asian (0.16%) residents. About 0.57% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 28.6% of households had children under 18 years old. The average household had 2.50 people, and the average family had 3.04 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 26.2% were under 18, and 15.3% were 65 or older. The average age was 36 years old.
Household Income
In 2000, the average income for a household in Friendship was $26,439 per year. For families, the average income was $33,542. About 21.5% of all people in the town lived below the poverty line. This included 28.0% of those under 18.
Notable People from Friendship
Friendship has been home to several interesting people:
- Clarence A. Buskirk – He was an Indiana Attorney General and helped promote Christian Science.
- Rube Kroh – A former player in Major League Baseball (MLB).
- Margaret Shulock – A talented cartoonist.
- Sidney Rigdon – An important early figure in the Latter Day Saint movement.
Communities and Locations in Friendship
Main Communities
- Friendship – This is the main community in the center of the town. It's located near the Southern Tier Expressway and Van Campen Creek. Several roads meet here, including Routes 17 and 275. Friendship used to be a village but stopped being a separate town in 1977.
- Higgins – You can find this spot near the eastern border of the town, along Route 20.
- Nile – This community is located near the southern border of the town, on Route 275. It's at the crossing of County Roads 1 and 34, south of Friendship's main area.
Natural Features
- Van Campen Creek – This stream flows through the town. It eventually empties into the Genesee River.
See also
In Spanish: Friendship (pueblo) para niños
