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Manheim, New York
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Location of Manheim in Herkimer County
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 Manheim, New York
Location in New York
Manheim, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Herkimer |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 29.69 sq mi (76.90 km2) |
| • Land | 29.14 sq mi (75.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.56 sq mi (1.44 km2) |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,334 |
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3,166 |
| • Density | 110.55/sq mi (42.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13329
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-043-44974 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979191 |
Manheim is a town located in Herkimer County, New York, United States. About 3,334 people lived there in 2010. The town's name comes from Mannheim, a city in Germany.
Manheim is in the southeastern part of Herkimer County. It borders the city of Little Falls to the southwest. The village of Dolgeville is in the northeast corner of the town. Manheim is also located east of Utica, a larger city. The Mohawk River forms the southern boundary of the town.
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History of Manheim
Early Settlements
The area that is now Manheim was first settled around 1756. These early settlers came from different German states.
American Revolution Era
In 1780, during the American Revolution, some groups attacked settlements in the town. These attacks caused challenges for the early residents.
Town Formation
Manheim officially became a town in 1797. It was created from a part of the town of Palatine, which was then in Montgomery County.
Population Growth
By the year 1865, the population of Manheim had grown to 1,831 people. This shows how the town was developing over time.
Historical Landmark
The Snells Bush Church and Cemetery is an important historical site in Manheim. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. This list recognizes places that are significant to American history.
Geography of Manheim
Area and Waterways
Manheim covers about 76.9 square kilometers (29.7 square miles) in total. Most of this area is land, about 75.5 square kilometers (29.1 square miles). The rest, about 1.4 square kilometers (0.56 square miles), is water.
The eastern border of the town is shared with Fulton County. This border is marked by the East Canada Creek. The southern border of Manheim is defined by the Mohawk River.
Major Roads
Several important roads run through Manheim. New York State Route 5 is a main highway that goes east-west through the southern part of the town.
New York State Route 167 and New York State Route 170A are highways that run north-south. NY-170A is in the northwest part of Manheim. NY-167 connects Little Falls to the village of Dolgeville.
Population and People
Population Changes Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,777 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,937 | 9.0% | |
| 1840 | 2,095 | 8.2% | |
| 1850 | 1,902 | −9.2% | |
| 1860 | 1,868 | −1.8% | |
| 1870 | 2,000 | 7.1% | |
| 1880 | 2,421 | 21.1% | |
| 1890 | 2,078 | −14.2% | |
| 1900 | 2,648 | 27.4% | |
| 1910 | 3,355 | 26.7% | |
| 1920 | 3,886 | 15.8% | |
| 1930 | 3,831 | −1.4% | |
| 1940 | 3,748 | −2.2% | |
| 1950 | 3,897 | 4.0% | |
| 1960 | 3,872 | −0.6% | |
| 1970 | 3,752 | −3.1% | |
| 1980 | 3,634 | −3.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,527 | −2.9% | |
| 2000 | 3,171 | −10.1% | |
| 2010 | 3,334 | 5.1% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 3,166 | −5.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 3,171 people living in Manheim. These people made up 1,297 households and 885 families. The population density was about 109 people per square mile. There were also 1,480 housing units in the town.
Diversity in Manheim
Most of the people in Manheim were White, making up about 97.86% of the population. Other groups included African American (0.35%), Native American (0.47%), and Asian (0.38%). A small number of people identified as Pacific Islander or from other races. About 0.85% of the population identified with two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 0.69% of the population.
Household Information
About 30.8% of households in Manheim had children under 18 living with them. Many households, 51.7%, were married couples living together. About 10.4% of households had a female head with no husband present. Around 31.7% of households were not families.
About 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals living alone. Of these, 14.9% had someone aged 65 or older living by themselves. The average household had 2.43 people, and the average family had 2.92 people.
Age Distribution
The population in Manheim was spread across different age groups. About 24.7% of the people were under 18 years old. Those aged 18 to 24 made up 7.7% of the population. People from 25 to 44 years old were 25.2%. The age group from 45 to 64 years old was 25.8%. Finally, 16.7% of the population was 65 years of age or older. The average age in Manheim was 40 years.
Income Levels
In 2000, the average income for a household in Manheim was $31,750. For families, the average income was $39,032. Men had an average income of $28,424, while women had an average income of $18,264. The average income per person in the town was $15,429. About 9.0% of families and 12.7% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 15.2% of those under 18 and 8.5% of those aged 65 or over.
Communities and Locations
Manheim is home to several smaller communities and interesting locations:
- East Canada Lake – This is a small lake found right at the eastern border of the town.
- Dolgeville – This village is located in the northeastern part of Manheim, along NY-167.
- East Creek – This is a small community, also called a hamlet. It's in the southeastern part of the town, on NY-5 near County Road 42, close to the Mohawk River.
- Five Mile Dam – This location is found near the Mohawk River.
- Garlock Corners – You can find this spot northwest of Manheim Center, on County Road 55.
- Ingham Mills – This hamlet is at the eastern town line, just south of Dolgeville. Part of it is also in the Town of Oppenheim in Fulton County. It was started in 1802 when mills were built there.
- Ingham Mills Station – This is another hamlet, located southeast of Manheim Center on County Road 42.
- Kyser Lake – A small lake situated north of Ingham Mills.
- Manheim Center – This is a central hamlet in the south-central part of the town, located on NY-167.
- Ransom Creek – This is a stream that flows into the northern end of Kyser Lake.
See also
In Spanish: Manheim (Nueva York) para niños
