Napoli, New York facts for kids
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Napoli, New York
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 Napoli, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Cattaraugus |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.55 sq mi (94.65 km2) |
| • Land | 36.38 sq mi (94.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.17 sq mi (0.44 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,860 ft (567 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,173 |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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1,189 |
| • Density | 35.79/sq mi (13.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-009-49462 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979249 |
Napoli is a small town in Cattaraugus County, New York. It is located in the western part of the county. The town is northwest of the city of Salamanca.
The main community in Napoli is a village also called Napoli. It used to be known as "Napoli Corners." In 2020, about 1,173 people lived in the town.
The name "Napoli" probably comes from the Italian city of Naples. However, people in New York say it differently. They pronounce it "nuh-POH-ly," with a long "i" sound at the end.
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History of Napoli
The first people to settle permanently in Napoli arrived around 1819. The town of Napoli was officially created in 1823. It was formed from a part of the nearby town of Little Valley.
Later, in 1828, a section of Napoli was separated. This new area became the town of Coldspring to the south.
A sad event happened in Napoli on December 26, 1951. A plane called Continental Charters Flight 44-2 crashed here.
The Gladden Windmill was once an important landmark in Napoli. It is no longer standing, but it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes important historical sites.
Geography and Location
Napoli covers an area of about 94.7 square kilometers (36.6 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.4 square kilometers (0.17 square miles), is water.
Main Roads in Napoli
New York State Route 242 is a major highway that runs through the town. It goes from the northeast to the southwest.
Other important roads include:
- County Route 7 (Pigeon Valley Road) goes from east to west in the northern part of town.
- County Route 10 (Hardscrabble Road / Farm to Market Road) runs north to south through the middle of Napoli.
Neighboring Towns
Napoli is surrounded by several other towns. Here are the towns next to Napoli, listed clockwise:
- New Albion is to the north.
- Little Valley and Salamanca are to the east.
- Coldspring is to the south.
- Conewango is to the west.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 852 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,145 | 34.4% | |
| 1850 | 1,233 | 7.7% | |
| 1860 | 1,238 | 0.4% | |
| 1870 | 1,174 | −5.2% | |
| 1880 | 1,126 | −4.1% | |
| 1890 | 962 | −14.6% | |
| 1900 | 967 | 0.5% | |
| 1910 | 741 | −23.4% | |
| 1920 | 636 | −14.2% | |
| 1930 | 578 | −9.1% | |
| 1940 | 570 | −1.4% | |
| 1950 | 619 | 8.6% | |
| 1960 | 670 | 8.2% | |
| 1970 | 778 | 16.1% | |
| 1980 | 886 | 13.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,102 | 24.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,159 | 5.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,248 | 7.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,173 | −6.0% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,189 | −4.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,159 people living in Napoli. These people lived in 376 households. About 292 of these were families. The population density was about 31.8 people per square mile.
Many households (36.2%) had children under 18 living with them. Most families (68.1%) were married couples. About 17.6% of households were individuals living alone.
The average age of people in Napoli was 35 years old. About 32.3% of the population was under 18. About 10.7% were 65 years or older. For every 100 females, there were about 106 males.
The median income for a household was $33,839. For a family, it was $37,692. This means half of the households earned more than this amount, and half earned less.
Things to See and Do
Napoli has a large Amish community. These communities are mostly in the northern and western parts of the town. The Amish often have large families. This has helped Napoli's population grow steadily since the late 1900s.
Napoli does not have many businesses or attractions. Most residents go to nearby towns like Little Valley or Randolph for their shopping and other needs. The only church in Napoli is a United Methodist Church. It is located in the main hamlet.
Education in Napoli
Students in Napoli attend public schools in nearby districts. They go to either Randolph Central School or Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School. The Amish community also runs a small, one-room elementary school. It is located on Hoxie Hill in the western part of town.
Famous People from Napoli
- Cyrus G. Baldwin (1852-1931) was a minister. He was also the first president of Pomona College.
- Andrew Jackson Merchant (1831-1899) was a former Methodist minister.
Communities and Places in Napoli
- Cold Spring – This is a small area in the northwest part of town. It is near the crossing of County Roads 7 and 10. It is not the same as the town of Coldspring.
- Cold Springs Creek – This is a stream that flows south. It is on the west side of the town.
- Enchanted Lake – This was a planned housing area that started in the 1970s. Now, it is a Nature Center. You can find its history on the Zaepfel Center website.
- Napoli – This is the main hamlet (small village) of Napoli. It is in the center of the town. It is where NY Route 242 and County Road 10 meet.
- The Narrows – This place is in the eastern part of the town on Route 242. It marks where an old road was cut into the town.
- Peaslee Hollow – This is a location in the northwest part of the town.
- Seelysburgh/Elm Creek – This used to be a hamlet in the western part of town. It had a post office in the 1800s.
See also
In Spanish: Napoli (Nueva York) para niños
