Phoenix, New York facts for kids
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Phoenix, New York
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Village
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Location in Oswego County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Oswego |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.29 sq mi (3.34 km2) |
| • Land | 1.17 sq mi (3.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.31 km2) |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,226 |
| • Density | 1,900.94/sq mi (734.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13135
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-57661 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0960322 |
| Website | Village Website |
Phoenix is a small village located in Oswego County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,226 people lived here. The village got its name from Alexander Phoenix.
Phoenix is known for its heavy snowfall. It is in the "lake-effect snow belt" near Lake Ontario. This means it often gets over 200 inches (508 cm) of snow each winter! Phoenix is in the southwest part of the town of Schroeppel.
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Discovering Phoenix's Past
Early Days and Village Incorporation
The village of Phoenix was officially formed in 1848. This was an important step in its growth and development.
The Great Fire of 1916
On September 23, 1916, a big fire almost destroyed Phoenix. It started around 11:00 pm and burned through most of the business area. The fire also stopped the village's water pumps, making it hard to fight the flames. The fire lasted until the next morning.
The Oswego Canal and Its Bridges
The Oswego Canal is a very important part of Phoenix. Lock 1 of the canal is located near Culvert Street. It was built around 1911 and helps boats travel up or down the river by changing the water level.
There are also special bridges over the canal:
- A bascule bridge on Culvert Street lifts up to let boats pass when the lock gates open. It was built in 1986.
- Another bascule bridge, built in 1912, used to connect to Mill Island (now called Lock Island). It is now kept in a raised position.
The 2002 Earthquake
On April 20, 2002, many people in Phoenix felt an earthquake. It happened around 6:50 am and had a strength of 5.2. The earthquake's center was near Plattsburgh, New York. Luckily, no damage or injuries were reported in Phoenix.
Historic Buildings in Phoenix
Several buildings in Phoenix are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect special places in the United States. Some of these buildings include:
- The Northrup-Gilbert House
- St. John's Episcopal Church
- Sweet Memorial Building
Geography of Phoenix
Location and Waterways
Phoenix is located on the east side of the Oswego River. The Oswego Canal also runs through the village. The village's exact location is 43.231324 degrees North and -76.298066 degrees West.
Land and Water Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Phoenix covers about 1.2 square miles (3.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.26 square kilometers), is water.
Population of Phoenix
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 872 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,418 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,312 | −7.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,466 | 11.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,532 | 4.5% | |
| 1910 | 1,642 | 7.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,747 | 6.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,758 | 0.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,757 | −0.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,917 | 9.1% | |
| 1960 | 2,408 | 25.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,617 | 8.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,357 | −9.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,435 | 3.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,251 | −7.6% | |
| 2010 | 2,382 | 5.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,226 | −6.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 2,251 people living in Phoenix. These people lived in 959 homes. About 578 of these were families. The population density was about 1,966 people per square mile (759 people per square kilometer).
Age and Diversity in Phoenix
The people in Phoenix are of different ages. In 2000, about 27.2% of the population was under 18 years old. About 13.9% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in the village was 36 years.
Most residents in 2000 were White (98.22%). There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 0.98% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Notable People from Phoenix
Thaddeus C. Sweet
One well-known person from Phoenix was Thaddeus C. Sweet. He was a New York State Representative. This means he was a leader who helped make laws for the state of New York.
