Gates (CDP), New York facts for kids
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Gates, New York
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 Gates (CDP), New York
Location in New York
Gates (CDP), New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Monroe |
| Town | Gates |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.99 sq mi (5.16 km2) |
| • Land | 1.98 sq mi (5.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 555 ft (169 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,956 |
| • Density | 2,504.30/sq mi (966.72/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
14606, 14624
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| Area code(s) | 518/838 |
| FIPS code | 36-28453 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584259 |
Gates is a special kind of community in Monroe County, New York. It's called a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially set up as one. It's mainly used for counting people during the census.
Gates is part of the larger Town of Gates. In 2020, about 4,956 people lived in the Gates CDP. The entire Town of Gates has a population of around 28,400 people.
Where is Gates Located?
Gates is found in the middle of Monroe County. It's in the eastern part of the larger Town of Gates. To the east, it shares a border with the big city of Rochester. To the north, you'll find another community called North Gates.
Getting Around Gates
A major highway, Interstate 490, goes right through the center of Gates. This highway connects with Interstate 390 on the eastern side of Gates.
Two other important roads help people get around. New York State Route 33 (also known as Buffalo Road) marks the southern edge of the community. Part of the northern edge is formed by New York State Route 31 (Lyell Avenue). Downtown Rochester is only about 6 miles (10 km) to the east.
Important Places in Gates
The southern part of Gates, south of Interstate 490, is home to a smaller area called Gates Center. This is a historic part of the community.
You'll also find Gates Chili High School in the western part of Gates. This is an important school for many students in the area.
Population Facts
The number of people living in Gates changes over time. Here's how the population has been counted:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 4,956 | — | |
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