Middletown, Delaware County, New York facts for kids
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Middletown, New York
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 Middletown, Delaware County, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Delaware |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 97.3 sq mi (252.0 km2) |
| • Land | 96.7 sq mi (250.4 km2) |
| • Water | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,336 |
| • Density | 34.287/sq mi (13.238/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes | |
| Area code(s) | 845 |
| FIPS code | 36-47031 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979216 |
Middletown is a town located in Delaware County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 3,336 people lived here. The town is found in the southeastern part of Delaware County.
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History of Middletown
Middletown was first created in 1789. It was formed from parts of two other towns: Rochester and Woodstock. This happened even before Delaware County was officially formed. Over time, parts of Middletown were used to create new towns, making Middletown a bit smaller than it was originally.
Geography and Natural Features
Middletown is located in a beautiful area. Its southeastern border touches Ulster County. To the northeast, it shares a border with Greene County. A large part of the eastern side of Middletown is inside the Catskill Park. This park is known for its stunning mountains and forests.
The town covers a total area of about 252 square kilometers (97.3 square miles). Most of this area, about 250.4 square kilometers (96.7 square miles), is land. The rest, about 1.6 square kilometers (0.6 square miles), is water. The East Branch Delaware River flows through the town. It runs from the northeast to the southwest.
Climate and Weather
Middletown experiences different types of weather throughout the year.
Summer Weather
Summers in Middletown are usually warm to hot. The air can often feel humid. High temperatures during summer are typically between 80 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit (27-29 degrees Celsius). At night, it stays warm and a bit muggy, with temperatures from 61 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit (16-19 degrees Celsius).
Winter Weather
Winters are cold, but not extremely harsh. This makes for great skiing conditions in the area. Daytime high temperatures are usually between 30 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit (-1 to 2 degrees Celsius). Nighttime temperatures are cold, ranging from 18 to 23 degrees Fahrenheit (-8 to -5 degrees Celsius).
Population of Middletown
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,949 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,383 | 22.3% | |
| 1840 | 2,608 | 9.4% | |
| 1850 | 3,005 | 15.2% | |
| 1860 | 3,201 | 6.5% | |
| 1870 | 3,035 | −5.2% | |
| 1880 | 2,977 | −1.9% | |
| 1890 | 3,313 | 11.3% | |
| 1900 | 3,619 | 9.2% | |
| 1910 | 3,802 | 5.1% | |
| 1920 | 3,522 | −7.4% | |
| 1930 | 3,532 | 0.3% | |
| 1940 | 3,420 | −3.2% | |
| 1950 | 3,737 | 9.3% | |
| 1960 | 3,310 | −11.4% | |
| 1970 | 3,466 | 4.7% | |
| 1980 | 3,555 | 2.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,406 | −4.2% | |
| 2000 | 4,051 | 18.9% | |
| 2010 | 3,750 | −7.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,336 | −11.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 | |||
In 2000, there were 4,051 people living in Middletown. The population density was about 42 people per square mile (16 people per square kilometer).
The population was spread out in terms of age. About 21% of the people were under 18 years old. About 24% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 46 years old.
Communities and Places in Middletown
Middletown is home to several smaller communities and interesting locations:
- Arena – A small community called a hamlet.
- Arkville – This hamlet is home to the Pakatakan Artists Colony Historic District. This area is recognized for its historical importance.
- Bedell – Another hamlet in the town.
- Denver – A small community.
- Dunraven – A location found west of the village of Margaretville.
- Fleischmanns – This is one of the villages within Middletown.
- Grant Mills – A small place.
- Halcottsville – Another hamlet.
- Hanley Corner – A specific location.
- Kelly's Corners – Here you can find the Hubbell Family Farm and Kelly's Corners Cemetery. Both are listed as historic places.
- Margaretville – This is another village in Middletown.
- New Kingston – This area has several historic sites. These include the New Kingston Historic District, the New Kingston Presbyterian Church, and the Thomson Family Farm.
See also
In Spanish: Middletown (condado de Delaware, Nueva York) para niños
