Northampton, Fulton County, New York facts for kids
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Northampton, Fulton County,
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 Northampton, Fulton County,
New York Location in New York
Northampton, Fulton County,
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Fulton |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.7 sq mi (89.9 km2) |
| • Land | 21.1 sq mi (54.7 km2) |
| • Water | 13.6 sq mi (35.3 km2) |
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 2,670 |
| • Density | 126/sq mi (48.8/km2) |
| ZIP code |
12134 (Northville)
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Northampton is a town located in Fulton County, New York. In 2010, about 2,670 people lived here. The town got its name from an old land grant. You can find Northampton in the northeastern part of Fulton County, a bit northeast of Gloversville. It's famous for the village of Northville, which is a big community in the Adirondack region. Also, the Great Sacandaga Lake covers about 40% of the town!
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History of Northampton
Northampton was officially created in 1799. It was formed from a northern part of the town of Broadalbin. The name 'Northampton' comes from a special land agreement made in 1741.
A big change happened in 1930 when the Sacandaga Reservoir was built. This reservoir created the Great Sacandaga Lake. Some areas that used to be dry land or swamps became covered by the lake.
Geography and Natural Features
Northampton covers about 89.9 square kilometers (or 34.7 square miles). A large part of this area is water, about 35.3 square kilometers (13.6 square miles), which is almost 40% of the town.
The northern border of the town touches Hamilton County. To the east, Northampton shares a border with Saratoga County.
The northwestern part of the Great Sacandaga Lake is located in Northampton. The Sacandaga River flows into the lake near the village of Northville. When the Great Sacandaga Lake was formed, it created several islands. Because of the lake, the town is split into three different parts.
Northampton is also located within the beautiful Adirondack Park.
New York State Route 30 is a main highway that runs north and south through the town.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,291 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,392 | 7.8% | |
| 1840 | 1,526 | 9.6% | |
| 1850 | 1,701 | 11.5% | |
| 1860 | 1,937 | 13.9% | |
| 1870 | 1,927 | −0.5% | |
| 1880 | 2,069 | 7.4% | |
| 1890 | 1,992 | −3.7% | |
| 1900 | 2,226 | 11.7% | |
| 1910 | 2,228 | 0.1% | |
| 1920 | 2,191 | −1.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,919 | −12.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,761 | −8.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,925 | 9.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,033 | 5.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,379 | 17.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,829 | 18.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,705 | −4.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,760 | 2.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,670 | −3.3% | |
| 2014 (est.) | 2,605 | −2.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
According to the 2000 census, there were 2,760 people living in Northampton. There were 1,163 households, and 782 families. About 25.5% of households had children under 18 living with them.
The population was spread out by age:
- 21.8% were under 18 years old.
- 7.3% were between 18 and 24.
- 25.0% were between 25 and 44.
- 28.1% were between 45 and 64.
- 17.8% were 65 years or older.
The average age in the town was 42 years.
Communities and Places in Northampton
- Carpenters Corners – A small community (called a hamlet) on the southeastern border near Northville.
- Fairchilds Corners – Another location southeast of Carpenters Corners.
- Fish House – A hamlet in the southeastern part of the town. It is separated from the rest of the town by the Great Sacandaga Lake. It was first settled around 1762 as a fishing spot for Sir William Johnson. The Godfrey Shew House is a historic building here.
- Hampton Point – A piece of land that sticks out into the lake, southwest of Northville.
- Hunters Creek – A stream located north of Northville.
- Kenyon Islands – Two islands found in the Great Sacandaga Lake.
- Mead Island – An island in Great Sacandaga Lake, close to the shore.
- Northville – This is a village where the Sacandaga River flows into Great Sacandaga Lake. It's the main community in the town.
- Northville Pond – A small lake located within the village of Northville.
- Sacandaga Park – A hamlet on the western shore of Great Sacandaga Lake. The Sacandaga Railroad Station is a historic site here.
- Sweets Crossing – A hamlet in the western part of the town, along NY-30.
- Tamarack Swamp – A swamp located on the town line, west of Sweets Crossing.
- Woodward Lake – A small lake found west of Northville.
Notable Person from Northampton
- Julia Colman (1828–1909) – An American educator, activist, editor, and writer who worked to promote temperance (avoiding alcohol).
See also
In Spanish: Northampton (condado de Fulton, Nueva York) para niños
