Highland, Sullivan County, New York facts for kids
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Town of Highland
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Downtown Highland
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 Town of Highland
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Sullivan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 51.7 sq mi (134 km2) |
| • Land | 50.0 sq mi (129 km2) |
| • Water | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km2) |
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| • Total | 2,196 |
| • Density | 42.48/sq mi (16.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Highland is a town in Sullivan County, New York, United States. The population was 2,196 people at the 2020 census. The town's name shows its location on higher ground north of the Delaware River. It is in the southwestern part of Sullivan County.
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History of Highland
How Highland Was Formed
The town of Highland was created in 1853. It was formed from a part of another town called Lumberland. One of its communities, Barryville, got its name from William T. Barry. He was a postmaster general, a high-ranking official in charge of mail, under President Andrew Jackson.
The Delaware and Hudson Canal
Barryville grew into a busy place because of the Delaware and Hudson Canal. This canal was like a water highway. It opened in 1828 and was used until 1898. The canal ran right through the center of Barryville. The company that owned the canal had many stores and an office there. They also had a dry dock, which was a place to repair boats.
Timber and the Delaware River
The Delaware River was also very important for the area. People used it to float timber, or cut wood, down to Philadelphia. This wood was used to build ships. Many people became rich from the timber business. However, when the timber industry ended in the mid-1800s, many river communities struggled.
Geography of Highland
Location and Borders
The southwestern border of Highland is the Delaware River. This river also marks the border between New York and Pennsylvania.
Land and Water Area
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 51.7 square miles (134 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 50.0 square miles (129 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 1.7 square miles (4.4 square kilometers) is water.
Population and People
Population Changes Over Time
The population of Highland has changed over the years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 993 | — | |
| 1870 | 958 | −3.5% | |
| 1880 | 1,013 | 5.7% | |
| 1890 | 979 | −3.4% | |
| 1900 | 964 | −1.5% | |
| 1910 | 1,031 | 7.0% | |
| 1920 | 875 | −15.1% | |
| 1930 | 880 | 0.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,038 | 18.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,140 | 9.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,138 | −0.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,377 | 21.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,878 | 36.4% | |
| 1990 | 2,147 | 14.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,407 | 12.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,530 | 5.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,196 | −13.2% | |
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Who Lives in Highland (2000 Census)
In the year 2000, there were 2,404 people living in Highland. These people lived in 951 households, which are like homes or family units. About 646 of these households were families.
The population was spread out by age. About 22.3% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17.1% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 43 years.
Communities and Locations in Highland
- Barryville – This is a small community, called a hamlet, in the southern part of the town. It is located on Route 55 near the Delaware River.
- Eldred – This hamlet is in the central part of the town, also along Route 55. The Highland Town Hall is located here.
- Highland Lake – This hamlet is east of Eldred. It is located by a lake also named "Highland Lake."
- Lake DeVenoge – This is a private community located east of Highland Lake.
- Minisink Ford – This hamlet is in the southwestern part of the town, close to the Delaware River.
- Yulan – This hamlet is in the western part of the town. You can find it on Routes 21 and 23.
Notable People from Highland
Here are some well-known people who have lived in Highland:
- Albert Hammond Jr. – He is a musician and the guitarist for the band The Strokes. He lived in Eldred during the 2010s.
See also
In Spanish: Highland (condado de Sullivan, Nueva York) para niños
