Jerusalem, New York facts for kids
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Jerusalem, New York
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Location in Yates County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Yates |
| Area | |
| • Total | 65.40 sq mi (169.39 km2) |
| • Land | 58.64 sq mi (151.88 km2) |
| • Water | 6.76 sq mi (17.51 km2) |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,405 |
| • Density | 75.70/sq mi (29.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-38583 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979107 |
Jerusalem is a town located in Yates County, New York. In 2020, about 4,405 people lived there. The town is named after the famous city of Jerusalem.
The Town of Jerusalem is found on the southern edge of Yates County. It is southwest of Geneva, New York.
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History of Jerusalem
Jerusalem was once part of a large land deal called the Phelps and Gorham Purchase. The first settlers arrived around 1791. One of the earliest settlers was a Quaker preacher known as the Public Universal Friend (1758–1819). Her followers were called the "Society of Universal Friends."
The town was created in 1789, when it was still part of Ontario County. It became part of Yates County when the county was formed in 1823. An area called Bluff Point was added to the town in 1814.
Jerusalem has been divided over time to create other towns. For example, the Town of Benton was formed from Jerusalem in 1803.
Some people believe that Branchport, a place in Jerusalem, is the birthplace of the Seneca leader Red Jacket. However, this is not fully confirmed.
Historic Places in Jerusalem
Many important buildings and sites in Jerusalem are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their historical value. Some of these places include:
- Beddoe–Rose Family Cemetery
- Peter Bitley House
- Thomas Bitley House
- Samuel Botsford House
- Esperanza
- Hampstead
- Uriah Hanford House
- George Hays House
- Ezikial Perry House
- St. Luke's Episcopal Church
- Sill Tenant House
- Abraham Wagener House
- H. Allen Wagener House
- Jemima Wilkinson House (also known as Friend's Home)
- Sherman Williams House and Fruit Barn
Geography of Jerusalem
The United States Census Bureau says that Jerusalem covers about 65.4 square miles (169.39 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 58.9 square miles (151.88 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 6.5 square miles (17.51 square kilometers), is water.
The southern border of the town touches Steuben County. Parts of Keuka Lake are also found within the town.
New York State Route 54A is a main road that goes through Jerusalem.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,610 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,783 | 72.9% | |
| 1840 | 2,935 | 5.5% | |
| 1850 | 2,912 | −0.8% | |
| 1860 | 2,873 | −1.3% | |
| 1870 | 2,612 | −9.1% | |
| 1880 | 2,626 | 0.5% | |
| 1890 | 2,957 | 12.6% | |
| 1900 | 2,775 | −6.2% | |
| 1910 | 2,444 | −11.9% | |
| 1920 | 2,025 | −17.1% | |
| 1930 | 2,072 | 2.3% | |
| 1940 | 2,043 | −1.4% | |
| 1950 | 2,732 | 33.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,847 | 4.2% | |
| 1970 | 3,581 | 25.8% | |
| 1980 | 3,908 | 9.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,784 | −3.2% | |
| 2000 | 4,525 | 19.6% | |
| 2010 | 4,469 | −1.2% | |
| 2020 | 4,405 | −1.4% | |
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In 2000, a census showed that 4,525 people lived in Jerusalem. These people lived in 1,606 households, with 1,117 of them being families. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
Most of the people in Jerusalem were White (98.39%). A small number were African American (0.55%), Native American (0.11%), or Asian (0.29%). About 0.66% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 25.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (59.4%) were married couples living together.
The population of Jerusalem has a mix of ages. About 19.9% were under 18 years old, and 15.1% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 39 years.
Communities and Locations in Jerusalem
- Bluff Point – A small community west of Keuka Park. Bluff Point is also the name of the land that sticks out into Keuka Lake.
- Branchport (originally called "Esperanza") – A community at the northwest end of Keuka Lake. It used to be an official village but later changed its status.
- Darby Corners – A place in the southern part of the town, west of Branchport.
- Friend – A community in the northwest part of the town.
- Guyanoga – A community north of Branchport.
- Guyanoga Valley – A valley in the north-central part of Jerusalem, just north of Branchport.
- Keuka College – A four-year college located in Keuka Park.
- Keuka Lake State Park – A state park in the southeast part of the town, southeast of Branchport. It's a great place for outdoor activities.
- Keuka Park – A community on the western shore of the eastern part of Keuka Lake.
- Penn Yan – The Village of Penn Yan is next to the northeast part of Jerusalem.
- Sherman Hollow – A former community that was located in the northwest part of Jerusalem.
- Sugar Creek – A stream that flows through Guyanoga Valley and into Keuka Lake near Branchport.
- Yatesville – A community at the northern edge of the town. Most of it is actually in the Town of Potter.
See also
In Spanish: Jerusalem (Nueva York) para niños
