Hamlin, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hamlin
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The post office for Hamlin, NY, located on Railroad Avenue
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Location in Monroe County and the state of New York.
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Location of New York in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Monroe |
| Established | October 11, 1852 (as the town of Union) |
| Renamed | February 28, 1861 (as Hamlin) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 44.59 sq mi (115.49 km2) |
| • Land | 43.47 sq mi (112.58 km2) |
| • Water | 1.12 sq mi (2.91 km2) |
| Elevation | 345 ft (105 m) |
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| • Total | 8,725 |
| • Density | 200.71/sq mi (77.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14464
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-055-31797 |
| Website | http://www.hamlinny.org/ |
Hamlin is a town located in Monroe County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 8,725 people lived there. It is in the northwestern part of Monroe County. Hamlin is the second-largest town in the county by land area.
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History of Hamlin
The town of Hamlin was first created as the town of Union. It was renamed Hamlin in 1861. This was done to honor Hannibal Hamlin, who was Abraham Lincoln's first vice president.
Before becoming Union, Hamlin was part of a larger area called Northampton. In 1807, the town of Murray was formed from Northampton. Then, on December 14, 1852, the area was split again. This created the towns of Union (which became Hamlin) and Clarkson.
A historic building, the North Star School District No. 11, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. This means it's an important place to protect because of its history.
Geography and Location
Hamlin covers about 44.5 square miles (115.49 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 43.4 square miles (112.58 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 1.1 square miles (2.91 square kilometers) is water.
The northern edge of Hamlin is along Lake Ontario. The western border of the town is shared with Orleans County. This border is marked by New York State Route 272. To the south, Hamlin borders the town of Clarkson. This southern line is marked by Clarkson Hamlin Town Line Road. This road crosses New York State Route 19. The eastern border of Hamlin is shared with the town of Parma. This line is known as Hamlin-Parma Townline Road.
The Lake Ontario State Parkway runs through the northern part of the town. This parkway is a scenic road that follows the shore of Lake Ontario.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 2,460 | — | |
| 1870 | 2,304 | −6.3% | |
| 1880 | 2,556 | 10.9% | |
| 1890 | 2,338 | −8.5% | |
| 1900 | 2,183 | −6.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,184 | 0.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,999 | −8.5% | |
| 1930 | 2,079 | 4.0% | |
| 1940 | 2,080 | 0.0% | |
| 1950 | 2,321 | 11.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,755 | 18.7% | |
| 1970 | 4,167 | 51.3% | |
| 1980 | 7,675 | 84.2% | |
| 1990 | 9,203 | 19.9% | |
| 2000 | 9,355 | 1.7% | |
| 2010 | 9,045 | −3.3% | |
| 2020 | 8,725 | −3.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 9,355 people living in Hamlin. These people lived in 3,255 households. About 2,532 of these were families. The population density was about 215.5 people per square mile (83.2 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Hamlin are White (96.78%). Other groups include African American (1.09%), Native American (0.35%), and Asian (0.32%). About 1.60% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There was a common story that Hamlin got its name from the German city of Hamelin. This was because many German immigrants settled in the area in the late 1800s. However, this is just a myth. The town was actually named after Vice President Hannibal Hamlin.
In 2000, about 43.4% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (63.7%) were married couples living together. The average household had 2.86 people. The average family had 3.24 people.
The median age in the town was 34 years old. This means half the people were older than 34 and half were younger. About 30.8% of the population was under 18. About 6.5% of the population was 65 or older.
Communities and Places to Visit
Hamlin has several smaller communities and interesting spots:
- Benedict Beach – A beach area right on Lake Ontario.
- Bluff Beach – Another spot near the lake in the northwest part of town.
- Brockport Yacht Club – This club is on the south shore of Lake Ontario. It's mainly for people who enjoy sailing.
- Hamlin – This is the main village or hamlet of Hamlin. It's located on Route 19.
- Hamlin Beach State Park – A large state park along the shore of Lake Ontario. It's a great place for outdoor activities.
- Hamlin Recreation Area – A park found south of the main Hamlin village.
- Huntington Park – A location south of Hamlin village, close to the town's southern border.
- Kendall Mills – A small community on the western edge of the town.
- Morton – Another community on the western town line, located on Route 272.
- North Hamlin – This community used to be called "Thomasville." It's south of the Lake Ontario State Parkway.
- Onteo Beach – A beachside community on Lake Ontario.
- Sandy Harbor Beach – Another beachside community along Lake Ontario.
- Shore Acres – A community right on the shore of Lake Ontario.
- Troutburg – A beachside community in the northwest corner of the town. It's near Lake Ontario and the Lake Ontario State Parkway. It's also at the west end of Hamlin Beach State Park.
- Walker – A community in the southeast part of the town, located on Route 260.
See also
In Spanish: Hamlin (Nueva York) para niños
