Stafford, New York facts for kids
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Stafford, New York
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Location in Genesee County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Genesee |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 31.28 sq mi (81.01 km2) |
| • Land | 31.10 sq mi (80.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.18 sq mi (0.46 km2) |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,424 |
| • Density | 77.494/sq mi (29.922/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14143
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-037-70607 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979517 |
Stafford is a small town located in Genesee County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,424 people lived there. The town got its name from another town with the same name in England.
Stafford is one of only two towns in Genesee County that are not on the county's edge. It sits in the east-central part of the county, just east of the city of Batavia.
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Discovering Stafford's Past
Stafford was first settled in 1798. It was one of the very first towns to be settled in the Holland Purchase area. The town of Stafford was officially created in 1820. It was formed from parts of the nearby towns of Batavia and Le Roy. Later, in 1842, a part of Stafford was used to create the new town of Pavilion.
The historic center of Stafford, known as the Stafford Village Four Corners Historic District, is a special place. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This means it's recognized for its important history and buildings.
Exploring Stafford's Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Stafford covers a total area of about 31.2 square miles (81.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 31.1 square miles (80.5 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, about 0.1 square miles (0.46 square kilometers), is water.
The New York State Thruway (which is also Interstate 90) passes through the northern part of the town. This is a major highway that helps people travel across New York State.
Several important roads cross through Stafford. New York State Route 237 begins in Stafford at New York State Route 5. Also, New York State Route 33 goes through the northern part of the town. It crosses NY-237 north of the Thruway.
Stafford is also home to several creeks. These include Oatka Creek, Black Creek, and Bigelow Creek. These waterways add to the natural beauty of the town.
Understanding Stafford's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,069 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,367 | 14.4% | |
| 1840 | 2,561 | 8.2% | |
| 1850 | 1,974 | −22.9% | |
| 1860 | 2,077 | 5.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,847 | −11.1% | |
| 1880 | 1,808 | −2.1% | |
| 1890 | 1,625 | −10.1% | |
| 1900 | 1,338 | −17.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,288 | −3.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,057 | −17.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,231 | 16.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,246 | 1.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,355 | 8.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,005 | 48.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,461 | 22.7% | |
| 1980 | 2,508 | 1.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,593 | 3.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,409 | −7.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,459 | 2.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,424 | −1.4% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In the year 2000, there were 2,409 people living in Stafford. These people lived in 909 households, and 695 of these were families. The town had about 77 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Stafford were White (about 97.7%). There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 0.25% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household in Stafford had about 2.65 people. The average family had about 3.03 people. About 31.2% of households had children under 18 living with them. The median age in the town was 40 years old. This means half the people were older than 40 and half were younger.
Famous People from Stafford
Stafford has been home to some interesting people over the years:
- Lafayette C. Baker – A well-known investigator and spy.
- Jason DiSalvo – A professional motorcycle and sport bike racer.
- Harmon J. Fisk – Someone who served in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
- Archie D. Sanders – A former member of the U.S. Congress.
Communities and Places in Stafford
Here are some of the smaller communities and important locations you can find in Stafford:
- Black Creek – A stream located in the northeast part of the town.
- Godfrey Pond – A pond found in the northwest corner of Stafford.
- Horseshoe Lake – A small lake located close to the western border of the town.
- Morganville – A small village, called a hamlet, in the center of the town. It's on Route 237, north of Stafford village. It was named after a person called William Morgan.
- Oatka Creek – A stream that flows through the southeast part of the town.
- Roanoke (once called "Orangeburgh") – A place in the southeast corner of the town. It's near Oatka Creek on the Betheny-Le Roy Road.
- Stafford (once known as "Transit Store House") – This is the main hamlet of the town. It's located near where Route 5 and Route 237 meet.
See also
In Spanish: Stafford (Nueva York) para niños
