Martinsburg, New York facts for kids
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Martinsburg, New York
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Martinsburg, New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Lewis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 76.03 sq mi (196.93 km2) |
| • Land | 75.68 sq mi (196.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.35 sq mi (0.91 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,857 ft (566 m) |
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| • Total | 1,316 |
| • Density | 16.95/sq mi (6.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13404
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-049-45854 |
| GNIS feature ID | 979202 |
Martinsburg is a small town located in Lewis County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,316 people lived there. The town gets its name from its founder, General Walter Martin.
Martinsburg is in the west-central part of Lewis County. It is located south of Lowville, which is the main town of the county.
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History of Martinsburg
Early Settlers and Town Formation
People started settling in the Martinsburg area around 1801. The town of Martinsburg was officially created in 1803. It was formed from a part of another town called Turin. When it was first established, the town's name was spelled "Martinsburgh." In 1819, more land from Turin was added to Martinsburg.
Martinsburg as County Seat
The community of Martinsburg used to be the main administrative center, or "county seat," for Lewis County. This lasted until 1864, when the county seat moved to Lowville.
The Martinsburg Town Hall was built in 1812. It was the location of the very first county court meeting in the same year.
Historic Buildings in Martinsburg
Two important buildings in Martinsburg are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the Gen. Walter Martin House and the Martinsburg Town Hall. This means they are recognized for their historical importance.
Notable People from Martinsburg
Martinsburg has been home to some interesting people:
- Walter Hunt was an inventor. He is famous for inventing the safety pin.
- Morgan Lewis Martin was a representative for the Wisconsin territory in the United States Congress.
Geography of Martinsburg
Land and Water Features
Martinsburg covers a total area of about 196.9 square kilometers (76.0 square miles). Most of this area, about 196.0 square kilometers (75.7 square miles), is land. A small part, about 0.9 square kilometers (0.35 square miles), is water.
The eastern border of the town is marked by the Black River. The western part of Martinsburg is located on a high area called the Tug Hill Plateau.
Main Roads in Town
Two important roads, New York State Route 12 and New York State Route 26, run through Martinsburg from north to south. Route 12 is the one that is further to the east.
Population Changes in Martinsburg
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,497 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,382 | 59.1% | |
| 1840 | 2,272 | −4.6% | |
| 1850 | 2,677 | 17.8% | |
| 1860 | 2,855 | 6.6% | |
| 1870 | 2,282 | −20.1% | |
| 1880 | 2,386 | 4.6% | |
| 1890 | 1,982 | −16.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,845 | −6.9% | |
| 1910 | 1,546 | −16.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,566 | 1.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,860 | 18.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,363 | −26.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,387 | 1.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,469 | 5.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,516 | 3.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,494 | −1.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,358 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,249 | −8.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,433 | 14.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,316 | −8.2% | |
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The population of Martinsburg has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 1,249 people living in the town. By 2010, the population had grown to 1,433 people. The most recent count in 2020 showed 1,316 residents.
In 2000, about 35% of households had children under 18 living there. Most households, about 61%, were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.64 people.
The median age of people in Martinsburg in 2000 was 36 years old. This means half the people were younger than 36 and half were older. About 28% of the population was under 18 years old.
Communities and Locations in Martinsburg
Martinsburg includes several smaller communities and interesting spots:
- East Martinsburg – This is a small hamlet located east of the main Martinsburg village, along Route 12.
- Glendale – Another hamlet found south of East Martinsburg.
- Glenfield – This hamlet is east of Glendale, on the west side of the Black River.
- Graves Corners – A location found east of Wetmore.
- Martinsburg – This is the main hamlet of Martinsburg. It is on Route 26, south of Lowville. It was once the first county seat of Lewis County.
- McGraw Corners – Another location east of Wetmore.
- Tabolt Corners – A location near the southern border of the town.
- West Martinsburg – A hamlet southwest of Lowville, close to the northern town line. The Methodist Episcopal Church of West Martinsburg is a historic building here.
- Whetstone Gulf State Park – A state park located at the southern edge of the town.
- Whittaker Falls Park – A park found east of the Martinsburg village.
