List of places in New York: O facts for kids

New York is a big state with many interesting places! This page helps you learn about some of them. It lists places whose names start with the letter "O." You'll see where they are located and sometimes their zip codes.

Exploring Places in New York

New York State has many towns, villages, and other areas. This list helps us keep track of them. Each place is linked to its main article. This makes it easy to find more information about it.

Understanding Counties

Every place in New York is part of a county. A county is like a smaller region within a state. For example, Oak Beach is in Suffolk County. Some places might appear more than once. This can happen if a name is used for different types of places, like a village and a larger town. Or, a place might even stretch across two counties! For example, the Oil Springs Indian Reservation is in both Allegany County and Cattaraugus County.

Here are some of the counties you'll find places in this list:

• Suffolk County
• Rockland County
• Broome County
• Genesee County
• Nassau County
• Onondaga County
• Ulster County
• Orange County
• Westchester County

What are Zip Codes?

A zip code is a special number. It helps the post office sort mail. Each zip code belongs to a specific area. When you send a letter, the zip code tells the post office exactly where it needs to go. Many places on this list have a zip code. For example, Oceanside has the zip code 11572. Some places might not have a zip code listed. This often means they are a smaller part of a larger area.

Different Kinds of Places

This list includes many types of places. You'll find:

• Villages and Towns: Like Orchard Park (a village) and Orchard Park (a town). These are different kinds of local governments.
• Hamlets: These are smaller communities that are not officially towns or villages, like Oyster Bay.
• Indian Reservations: Special areas set aside for Native American tribes, such as the Oil Springs Indian Reservation.
• Airports: Places where airplanes take off and land, like Ogdensburg International Airport.
• Beaches and Parks: Areas known for recreation, such as Ocean Bay Park or Onteora Park.

This list is a great way to explore the geography of New York State!