List of places in New York: S facts for kids

New York is a really big state, and it's full of all sorts of interesting places! From busy cities to quiet towns and small communities, each spot has its own name and location. This article helps you learn about some of these places in New York, how they are grouped, and how mail finds its way to them.

Exploring New York's Places

New York has many different kinds of places. These include big cities, smaller towns, tiny villages, and even unincorporated communities (which are places that don't have their own local government). Each of these places is found within one or more larger areas called counties.

What Are Counties?

Think of counties as big sections that divide a state. New York State has 62 counties, and each place belongs to at least one of them. For example, Syracuse is a city located in Onondaga County. Knowing which county a place is in helps people understand its location better.

How Do Zip Codes Work?

Every place in the United States has a zip code. This is a special number that helps the post office deliver mail to the right spot. Some places have just one zip code, while bigger places like Schenectady or Syracuse might have a range of zip codes. If a place has a "lower zip code" and an "upper zip code," it means all the zip codes for that area fall between those two numbers. If there's only one number, that's the main zip code for that place.

Some Cool Places in New York

Let's look at a few examples of places in New York, starting with "S":

• Sackets Harbor is a village in Jefferson County. It has a zip code of 13685.
• Sag Harbor is a village found in Suffolk County, with a zip code of 11963.
• Saratoga Springs is a famous city in Saratoga County. Its main zip code is 12866.
• Did you know some places can be in more than one county? Saranac Lake is a village that stretches across two counties: Essex County and Franklin County! Its zip code is 12983. Another example is Salt Springville, which is in both Montgomery County and Otsego County.

This list shows just how many different communities make up the amazing state of New York!