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Lloyd, New York
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Location in Ulster County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Ulster |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.28 sq mi (86.21 km2) |
| • Land | 31.27 sq mi (80.98 km2) |
| • Water | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,133 |
| • Density | 137.48/sq mi (356.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12528
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-42994 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979162 |
Lloyd is a town in Ulster County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 11,133 people lived there. It is part of the larger New York City area.
The town of Lloyd is in the eastern part of Ulster County. Important roads like U.S. Route 9W, U.S. Route 44, and NY 55 pass through it. NY 299 also crosses the town. Lloyd is across the Hudson River from Poughkeepsie. The Mid-Hudson Bridge and the Walkway over the Hudson connect these two places.
History of Lloyd
The town of Lloyd was created from the town of New Paltz, New York. This happened on April 15, 1845, by a decision of the New York State Legislature. The first town meeting was held soon after, on May 6. At this meeting, the first town leaders were chosen. These included Reuben Deyo as the town supervisor and Hasbrouck Lefevre as the town clerk.
Geography of Lloyd
Lloyd covers about 33.4 square miles (86.21 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a smaller part being water.
The eastern border of the town is the Hudson River. This river also separates Lloyd from Dutchess County. The Swarte Kill stream forms the western border, dividing Lloyd from New Paltz.
The lowest point in Lloyd is the shore of the Hudson River, which is at sea level. The highest point is the top of Illinois Mountain. This mountain is 1,125 feet (343 meters) high. Illinois Mountain is part of the Marlboro Mountains, which run through the middle of the town.
Population in Lloyd
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 2,035 | — | |
| 1860 | 2,499 | 22.8% | |
| 1870 | 2,658 | 6.4% | |
| 1880 | 2,713 | 2.1% | |
| 1890 | 2,516 | −7.3% | |
| 1900 | 2,608 | 3.7% | |
| 1910 | 2,803 | 7.5% | |
| 1920 | 3,079 | 9.8% | |
| 1930 | 3,709 | 20.5% | |
| 1940 | 3,795 | 2.3% | |
| 1950 | 4,503 | 18.7% | |
| 1960 | 5,842 | 29.7% | |
| 1970 | 7,032 | 20.4% | |
| 1980 | 7,875 | 12.0% | |
| 1990 | 9,231 | 17.2% | |
| 2000 | 9,941 | 7.7% | |
| 2010 | 10,863 | 9.3% | |
| 2020 | 11,133 | 2.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 9,941 people living in Lloyd. There were 3,626 households, and 2,429 families. The population density was about 313 people per square mile.
About 90% of the people were White. About 5% were African American, and 1% were Asian. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up about 5% of the population.
In 2000, about 33% of households had children under 18. About 52% were married couples living together. The average household had 2.54 people. The average family had 3.09 people.
The population was spread out by age. About 25% were under 18 years old. About 30% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age was 38 years.
The average income for a household in Lloyd was about $52,686. For families, the average income was about $61,584. About 7.3% of the population lived below the poverty line. This included 7.7% of those under 18.
By 2010, the population grew to 10,863 people. The racial makeup changed slightly. About 86% were White, and 6.4% were African American. About 2.9% were Asian. Hispanic or Latino people made up about 7.3% of the population.
Places in Lloyd
Here are some of the communities and locations found in the town of Lloyd:
- Centerville – This was a small community located near Pancake Hollow Road.
- Chodikee Lake – A small lake found near the northern border of the town.
- Clintondale Station – A community in the southwestern part of the town.
- Elting Corners – A community located west of Highland on Route 299.
- Franny Reese State Park – A park next to the Hudson River. It's a great place for outdoor activities.
- Highland – A main community in the southeastern part of the town, located on Route 9W.
- Highland Landing – A spot southeast of Highland, right by the Hudson River.
- Illinois Mountain – This is the highest point in the town. It has water reservoirs and places for outdoor fun.
- Oakes – A small area in the southeastern part of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Lloyd (Nueva York) para niños
