Junius, New York facts for kids
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Junius, New York
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The New York State Thruway's Junius Ponds Service Area, as seen in 2018
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 Junius, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Seneca |
| Settled | 1795 |
| Established | February 12, 1803 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 26.85 sq mi (69.55 km2) |
| • Land | 26.71 sq mi (69.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.14 sq mi (0.38 km2) |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,370  |
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(2021)
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1,364 |
| • Density | 54.81/sq mi (21.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 315 and 680 |
| FIPS code | 36-38858 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979112 |
| Website | http://www.townofjunius.org/ |
Junius is a small town in Seneca County, New York. In 2020, about 1,370 people lived here. It is located in the northwest part of the county. The town is found just east of Geneva.
Junius does not have its own post office. Most of the town uses the ZIP Code 14433, which belongs to Clyde. Other parts of Junius use ZIP codes for Waterloo, Lyons, or Phelps. The main government offices for the town are in a place called Dublin.
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The History of Junius
Junius was once part of a special area called the Central New York Military Tract. This land was used to pay soldiers who fought in the American Revolution. People first started settling here around 1795.
How Junius Became a Town
The town of Junius was officially created in 1803. It was formed from a larger area that was part of the Town of Fayette. Over time, Junius was divided into several new towns. These included Wolcott and Galen (both in Wayne County), and Seneca Falls, Tyre, and Waterloo (all in Seneca County).
Historic Buildings in Junius
Several old farmhouses in Junius are very special. They are built with a unique style using cobblestones. These historic homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important landmarks that are protected. Some of these include:
- The Cobblestone Farmhouse at 1027 Stone Church Road
- The Cobblestone Farmhouse at 1111 Stone Church Road
- The Cobblestone Farmhouse at 1229 Birdsey Road
- The John Graves Cobblestone Farmhouse
Geography and Location
Junius covers a total area of about 26.9 square miles (69.5 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 26.7 square miles (69.1 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.1 square miles (0.38 square kilometers), is water.
Where is Junius Located?
The western edge of Junius borders Ontario County. The northern edge of the town borders Wayne County.
Roads and Highways
The New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) runs right through the town of Junius. This is a major highway in New York. New York State Route 318 is another important road that goes from east to west, running next to the Thruway. New York State Route 414 is a north-south road that crosses a small part of Junius in the northeast.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 5,113 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,581 | −69.1% | |
| 1840 | 1,594 | 0.8% | |
| 1850 | 1,516 | −4.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,316 | −13.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,420 | 7.9% | |
| 1880 | 1,356 | −4.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,134 | −16.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,053 | −7.1% | |
| 1910 | 957 | −9.1% | |
| 1920 | 829 | −13.4% | |
| 1930 | 775 | −6.5% | |
| 1940 | 738 | −4.8% | |
| 1950 | 846 | 14.6% | |
| 1960 | 871 | 3.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,111 | 27.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,354 | 21.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,354 | 0.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,362 | 0.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,471 | 8.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,370 | −6.9% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,364 | −7.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2010, there were 1,471 people living in Junius. These people lived in 543 households, with 381 of them being families. The town had about 55 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Junius were White (97.6%).
Who Lives in Junius?
- About 28% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- More than half (55%) of households were married couples living together.
- The average household had about 2.71 people.
- The average family had about 3.15 people.
The population of Junius is spread out across different age groups. In 2010:
- About 29% of the people were under 20 years old.
- About 14% were 65 years old or older.
- The average age in the town was 39.4 years.
- For every 100 females, there were about 103.5 males.
Income and Housing
In 2010, the average income for a household in Junius was $45,350. For families, the average income was $55,529. The average income per person in the town was $20,833.
There were 608 housing units in Junius. Most of these homes (82%) were owned by the people living in them. About 18% of the homes were rented.
Communities and Places in Junius
- Dublin – This is a small village, or hamlet, in the middle of the town. It used to be called "Junius Post Office." You can find it where County Roads 108 and 109 meet.
- Junius Ponds – These are a group of small ponds near the western border of the town. There is also a service area on the Thruway named after them.
- Malcom – This is a location on New York State Route 414, in the northeast part of the town.
- Stone Church Corner – Another hamlet located on New York State Route 318.
- Thompson – This hamlet is on the western border of the town, in the northwest part of Junius. It's located on County Road 109.
- West Junius is a hamlet that is not actually in the Town of Junius. It is just west of the town's border, in Ontario County.
Notable People from Junius
- Ruby I. Gilbert – A successful business woman.
- Emma L. Shaw – An editor.
See also
In Spanish: Junius para niños
