Sweden, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sweden
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Location in Monroe County and the state of New York.
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Location of New York in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Monroe |
| Incorporated | April 2, 1813 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 33.83 sq mi (87.62 km2) |
| • Land | 33.68 sq mi (87.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 13,244 |
| • Density | 393.23/sq mi (151.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14420 (Brockport, New York)
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-055-72455 |
| Website | http://www.townofsweden.org/ |
Sweden is a town located in Monroe County, New York, in the United States. It is part of the larger Rochester metropolitan area, New York. This town is found on the western edge of Monroe County.
The famous Erie Canal runs through the northern part of Sweden. Also, Route 19 is an important highway that goes from north to south through the town. In 2020, about 13,244 people lived in Sweden.
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History of Sweden
This area was once part of a larger land section known as the Triangle Tract. People started settling here before the year 1806.
How Sweden Became a Town
The town of Sweden was officially created by the New York State Legislature in 1813. This decision helped divide the western part of the county into three new towns: Bergen, Sweden, and Murray.
Sweden was established in 1814 from a part of the town of Murray. The very first town meeting in Sweden happened on April 5, 1814.
Historic Places in Sweden
Lake View Cemetery is a special place in Sweden. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Geography of Sweden
The town of Sweden covers a total area of about 33.7 square miles (87.3 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 33.5 square miles (86.8 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.5 square kilometers), is water.
Where Sweden is Located
Sweden shares its borders with several other towns and counties:
- To the north, it borders the town of Clarkson.
- To the west, it borders Orleans County.
- To the south, it borders Genesee County.
- To the east, it borders the towns of Parma and Ogden.
People of Sweden
The population of Sweden has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,761 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,938 | 6.4% | |
| 1840 | 3,133 | 6.6% | |
| 1850 | 3,623 | 15.6% | |
| 1860 | 4,045 | 11.6% | |
| 1870 | 4,558 | 12.7% | |
| 1880 | 5,734 | 25.8% | |
| 1890 | 5,201 | −9.3% | |
| 1900 | 4,743 | −8.8% | |
| 1910 | 4,885 | 3.0% | |
| 1920 | 3,984 | −18.4% | |
| 1930 | 4,613 | 15.8% | |
| 1940 | 4,698 | 1.8% | |
| 1950 | 5,982 | 27.3% | |
| 1960 | 7,224 | 20.8% | |
| 1970 | 11,461 | 58.7% | |
| 1980 | 14,859 | 29.6% | |
| 1990 | 14,181 | −4.6% | |
| 2000 | 13,716 | −3.3% | |
| 2010 | 14,175 | 3.3% | |
| 2020 | 13,244 | −6.6% | |
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Population Details (2000 Census)
In the year 2000, there were 13,716 people living in Sweden. There were 4,581 households and 2,757 families. The population density was about 408.9 people per square mile.
Many different groups of people make up the town's population:
- 92.59% were White.
- 3.72% were African American.
- 1.04% were Asian.
- 2.88% were Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.52 people. The average family had about 3.06 people.
Age and Income
In 2000, the median age in Sweden was 25 years old. This means half the people were younger than 25, and half were older.
The median income for a household was $44,151. For families, the median income was $58,750. The per person income for the town was $17,874.
Notable People from Sweden
Some well-known people have connections to the town of Sweden:
- Emma Stark Hampton – She was the fifth national president of the Woman's Relief Corps.
- Amaziah B. James – He used to be a US congressman.
Communities and Places in Sweden
Sweden has several smaller communities and important locations:
- Brockport – This is a village located near the northern border of the town. It is home to the State University of New York Brockport, a college.
- Ledgedale Airpark (7G0) – This is a small airport for general aviation. It is located southeast of Brockport.
- Seymour Library – This is a public library that serves the communities of Brockport, Clarkson, and Sweden.
- Sweden Center – This is a small community (a hamlet) located on Route 19, south of Brockport.
- West Sweden – This area is in the southwest corner of the town. The John and Chauncey White House in West Sweden was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.
See also
In Spanish: Sweden (Nueva York) para niños
