Geneva (town), New York facts for kids
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Geneva, New York
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 Geneva (town), New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Ontario |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 19.2 sq mi (49.8 km2) |
| • Land | 19.2 sq mi (49.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,478  |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14456
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-28651 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978993 |
| Website | [1] |
Geneva is a small town located in Ontario County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 3,478 people lived there. The name "Geneva" has an unclear origin.
The Town of Geneva is in the southeastern part of Ontario County. It shares a border with the City of Geneva. Geneva is also known for being home to the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station. This important station is run by Cornell University.
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History of Geneva Town
The area where Geneva is located was once home to the historic Seneca people. They had a very important village called Kanadaseaga there. This village was at the north end of Seneca Lake. During the Colonial Period, the Seneca fortified this village to protect themselves from the French. Later, it became a British stronghold during the American Revolution. However, it was destroyed by the Sullivan Expedition.
Early Settlers and Town Formation
After the American Revolution, people started settling in the area around 1788. The Town of Geneva was officially created in 1872. It was formed from a part of the Town of Seneca.
Seth Reed and his family were among the earliest settlers. They owned a large piece of land in Ontario County from 1787 to 1795. Colonel Reed had fought in the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Canada campaign. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. His experiences in New York might have drawn him to the Geneva area.
Village of Geneva Separates
In 1806, the village within Geneva started to develop separately from the town. It officially became an incorporated village in 1812. In 1871, Geneva was granted a new charter. This made it a "first-class village."
When the village became its own city, the Town of Geneva lost some of its land. This made the Town of Geneva the smallest town in Ontario County.
Geography of Geneva Town
The Town of Geneva covers about 19.1 square miles (49.5 square kilometers) of land. There is almost no water area within the town's borders.
The southern border of the town touches Yates County. The eastern border is next to Seneca County. A part of the town is located on the northwestern shore of Seneca Lake. This lake is one of the famous Finger Lakes.
Major Roads and Highways
Several important roads pass through the Town of Geneva.
- US 20 is a main highway that runs from east to west.
- NY 14 and 14A are highways that run from north to south.
- NY 245 is another east-west highway. It is located in the southern part of the town.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 7,412 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,320 | −82.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,091 | −17.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,086 | −0.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,251 | 15.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,327 | 6.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,436 | 8.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,771 | 23.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,603 | 47.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,781 | 6.8% | |
| 1980 | 3,077 | 10.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,967 | −3.6% | |
| 2000 | 3,289 | 10.9% | |
| 2010 | 3,291 | 0.1% | |
| 2020 | 3,478 | 5.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 3,493 | 6.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 3,289 people living in the town. These people lived in 1,416 households. About 900 of these households were families. The population density was about 172 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Geneva were White (93.65%). Other groups included African American (2.43%) and Asian (1.73%). About 1.70% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Households
In 2000, about 22.1% of the population was under 18 years old. About 20.4% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 45 years.
For every 100 females, there were about 94 males. The average household had 2.32 people. The average family had 2.95 people.
Communities and Locations in Geneva Town
The Town of Geneva includes several smaller communities and specific locations:
- Billsboro – This is a small community located on NY-14. It is on the shore of Seneca Lake, south of the City of Geneva.
- Billsboro Corners – This community is near the center of the town. It is on County Road 6, west of Billsboro.
- Border City – This community is located near the eastern border of the town. It is east of the City of Geneva.
- Clarks Point – This is a piece of land that sticks out into Lake Seneca. It is north of Billsboro.
- Kashong Point – This is another piece of land that extends into Seneca Lake. It is located near the southern border of the town.
- Lenox Park – This community is west of the City of Geneva. It is located on US-20.
- Pre-Emption – This community is northwest of the City of Geneva. It is on County Road 4.
See also
In Spanish: Geneva (pueblo) para niños
