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Glenville, New York
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Location in Schenectady County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Schenectady |
| Incorporated | 1821 |
| Named for | Alexander Lindsay Glen |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 50.73 sq mi (131.40 km2) |
| • Land | 49.24 sq mi (127.54 km2) |
| • Water | 1.49 sq mi (3.85 km2) |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 29,326 |
| • Density | 596/sq mi (230/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12302, 12325
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-093-29366 |
Glenville is a town located in Schenectady County, New York, United States. It became an official town in 1821. As of the 2020 census, about 29,326 people lived there.
The town of Glenville includes the village of Scotia. It covers the part of Schenectady County that is north of the Mohawk River.
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History of Glenville
Glenville is named after Alexander Lindsay Glen. He was from Scotland and bought a large area of land in this region in the 1650s. He named his home, Glen Sanders Mansion, after his home country.
Several historic buildings in Glenville are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Seeley Farmhouse (listed in 1978) and the Swart House and Tavern (listed in 2007). The Bishop Family Lustron House was added in 2008, and the Glenville District No. 5 Schoolhouse in 2013.
Geography of Glenville
Glenville covers a total area of about 131.3 square kilometers (50.7 square miles). Most of this area, about 127.4 square kilometers (49.2 square miles), is land. The remaining 3.9 square kilometers (1.5 square miles) is water, which is about 2.94% of the total area.
Population and People
The population of Glenville has changed over time. Here is how the number of people living in Glenville has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,514 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,494 | −0.8% | |
| 1840 | 3,068 | 23.0% | |
| 1850 | 3,409 | 11.1% | |
| 1860 | 3,192 | −6.4% | |
| 1870 | 2,973 | −6.9% | |
| 1880 | 2,746 | −7.6% | |
| 1890 | 2,468 | −10.1% | |
| 1900 | 3,010 | 22.0% | |
| 1910 | 5,201 | 72.8% | |
| 1920 | 7,036 | 35.3% | |
| 1930 | 12,069 | 71.5% | |
| 1940 | 13,343 | 10.6% | |
| 1950 | 17,912 | 34.2% | |
| 1960 | 25,707 | 43.5% | |
| 1970 | 28,969 | 12.7% | |
| 1980 | 28,519 | −1.6% | |
| 1990 | 28,771 | 0.9% | |
| 2000 | 28,183 | −2.0% | |
| 2010 | 29,480 | 4.6% | |
| 2020 | 29,326 | −0.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 28,183 people living in Glenville. There were 11,150 households and 7,827 families. The average household had about 2.44 people. The average family had about 2.95 people.
The median age in Glenville in 2000 was 42 years old. This means half the people were younger than 42, and half were older.
Communities and Locations in Glenville
Glenville has several smaller communities and areas within its borders:
- Alplaus – A small community in the eastern part of the town.
- Hoffmans – A small settlement along Route 5 in the western part of Glenville. This was once the site of the first ferry crossing of the Mohawk River in Glenville.
- East Glenville – A developed area along NY-50 in the northeastern section of town. It is a Census-designated place that stretches eastward towards Clifton Park and Ballston.
- Scotia – The Village of Scotia is located in the southern part of the town.
- Stoodley Corners – Often called the "Town Center," this is the main business area of Glenville. It is located around the intersection of Route 50 and Glenridge Road.
- West Glenville – A small community in the northwestern part of town. It has been around since the early 1800s.
Economy of Glenville
Glenville is known as a "bedroom community." This means that many people who live in Glenville travel to other nearby cities for work. Many residents work at General Electric in nearby Schenectady. Others work for New York state offices in Albany or for various companies, schools, and hospitals in the wider Capital District area.
Education and Recreation
The town of Glenville is served by four different public school districts. These are Scotia-Glenville, Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake, Amsterdam, and Niskayuna. Glenville also has several parks and nature preserves where people can enjoy outdoor activities.
Transportation in Glenville
Glenville has two airports nearby. Mohawk Valley Airport is located about 6 kilometers (3 nautical miles) northwest of the center of Scotia. Schenectady County Airport is a joint civil-military airport. It is located about 3 kilometers (2 nautical miles) north-northeast of Scotia.
