Genesee Township, Potter County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Genesee Township, Pennsylvania
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Map of Potter County, Pennsylvania highlighting Genesee Township
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Map of Potter County, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Potter |
| Settled | 1816 |
| Incorporated | 1828 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.74 sq mi (92.57 km2) |
| • Land | 35.73 sq mi (92.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
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| • Total | 729  |
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722 |
| • Density | 21.66/sq mi (8.36/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
16923
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
| FIPS code | 42-105-28760 |
Genesee Township is a small community located in Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States. It lies very close to where the Genesee River begins. The name "Genesee" comes from an old Native American term meaning "beautiful valley."
In 2020, about 729 people lived in Genesee Township. It's a quiet place with a rich natural setting.
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Geography of Genesee Township
Genesee Township covers an area of about 36 square miles (92.57 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a tiny bit of water.
Where is Genesee Township Located?
The township shares a border with New York state to the north. To its east is Bingham Township. Allegany Township is to the south, and Oswayo Township is to the west.
The Genesee River's Start
An interesting fact about Genesee Township is that it's where three parts of the Genesee River meet. These parts are called the West, Middle, and East Branches. They all come together here.
The Genesee River then flows north through Rochester, New York. Finally, it empties into Lake Ontario, one of the Great Lakes.
Population and People in Genesee Township
The number of people living in Genesee Township has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 799 residents. By 2020, the population was 729.
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| 2010 | 799 | — | |
| 2020 | 729 | −8.8% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 722 | −9.6% | |
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Who Lives in Genesee Township?
According to the 2000 census, there were 789 people living in the township. These people made up 310 households and 217 families.
Most of the people living here were White (about 97.72%). A smaller number were African American (1.01%) or Native American (0.51%). Some people identified with two or more races.
Families and Age Groups
About 31.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (56.8%) were married couples living together.
The average household had about 2.55 people. The average family had about 3.04 people.
The population in the township is made up of different age groups:
- 26.5% were under 18 years old.
- 7.0% were between 18 and 24.
- 26.5% were between 25 and 44.
- 24.6% were between 45 and 64.
- 15.5% were 65 years or older.
The average age of people in the township was 39 years old.
