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Reading, New York
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 Reading, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Schuyler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 27.15 sq mi (70.32 km2) |
| • Land | 27.15 sq mi (70.32 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,391 ft (424 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,719 |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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1,692 |
| • Density | 63.31/sq mi (24.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-60763 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979409 |
Reading is a town located in Schuyler County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,719 people lived there.
The Town of Reading is in the northern part of Schuyler County. It is located east of the village of Bath.
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History of Reading
The first settlers arrived in the area around 1798. The very first tavern, a type of inn or public house, opened in 1801.
The town of Reading was officially formed in 1806. At that time, it was part of Steuben County. Later, in 1824, a part of Reading was used to create the Town of Starkey. Starkey is now in Yates County. In 1854, Reading became part of the new Schuyler County.
Geography of Reading
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 27.2 square miles (70.32 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The northern border of the town is also the border of Yates County. Reading is located northwest of Watkins Glen.
New York State Route 14 is an important highway that runs north and south through the area. It goes alongside Seneca Lake, which forms the eastern edge of the town. Another road, New York State Route 14A, meets New York State Route 226 in the northwestern part of Reading, at a place called Coles Corners.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 3,062 | — | |
| 1830 | 1,568 | −48.8% | |
| 1840 | 1,541 | −1.7% | |
| 1850 | 1,434 | −6.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,453 | 1.3% | |
| 1870 | 1,751 | 20.5% | |
| 1880 | 1,581 | −9.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,386 | −12.3% | |
| 1900 | 1,335 | −3.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,318 | −1.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,106 | −16.1% | |
| 1930 | 1,257 | 13.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,205 | −4.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,373 | 13.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,410 | 2.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,768 | 25.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,813 | 2.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,810 | −0.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,786 | −1.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,707 | −4.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,719 | 0.7% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 1,692 | −0.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In the year 2000, there were 1,786 people living in Reading. These people lived in 700 households, and 520 of these were families. The town had about 65.6 people per square mile (25.3 people per square kilometer). There were 868 houses or housing units.
Most of the people in Reading were White (97.26%). A smaller number were African American (0.90%), Native American (0.39%), or Asian (0.39%). About 0.50% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 29.3% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (62.1%) were married couples living together. About 20.9% of all households were people living alone.
The average age of people in the town was 41 years old. About 23.7% of the population was under 18. About 16.5% of the population was 65 years old or older.
The average income for a household in Reading was $38,618. For families, the average income was $43,681. The average income per person in the town was $17,814. About 7.7% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 12.3% of those under 18.
Famous People from Reading
- John T. Andrews – He was a former member of the U.S. Congress.
- Ralph Henry Gabriel – He was a well-known historian and writer.
- Elijah Mattison Sharp – He served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
Places in the Town of Reading
- Chapmans Corners – This is a spot in the western part of the town. It is where County Roads 23 and 27 meet.
- Coles Corners – You can find this location in the northwestern corner of the town, just north of North Reading.
- Gabriels Junction – This is a small community where NY-14 and NY-14A highways cross paths.
- Halls Corners – This place is located right at the western border of the town.
- Irelandville – This is a small community in the southeastern part of Reading.
- North Reading – A small community found in the northwestern corner of the town.
- Reading Center – This is a community located near the center of the town, along NY-14A.
- Reading Center Station – This spot is southeast of Reading Center.
- Salt Point – This is a piece of land that sticks out into Seneca Lake, north of Watkins Glen.
- Scout Point – Another piece of land that extends into Seneca Lake, north of Gabriels Junction.
- Watkins Glen – A small part of the village of Watkins Glen is located in the southeastern corner of Reading.
See also
In Spanish: Reading (Nueva York) para niños
