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Tyrone, New York
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 Tyrone, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Schuyler |
| Area | |
| • Total | 39.63 sq mi (102.64 km2) |
| • Land | 37.30 sq mi (96.60 km2) |
| • Water | 2.33 sq mi (6.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (515 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,650  |
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1,635 |
| • Density | 42.50/sq mi (16.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
14887
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-75924 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979568 |
| Website | http://www.townoftyrone.org/ |
Tyrone is a small town located in Schuyler County, New York. In 2020, about 1,650 people lived there. You can find Tyrone in the northwest part of Schuyler County, just east of the village of Bath.
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The History of Tyrone, New York
Early Inhabitants: Lamoka Culture
Long ago, a group of people known as the "Lamoka Culture" lived in this area. They were here until about 1300 BCE. Their ancient living site, called the Lamoka site, is now a very important place. It is recognized as a National Historic Landmark.
How Tyrone Was Formed
The first settlers arrived in the Tyrone area around the year 1800. The town of Tyrone was officially created in 1822. It was formed from a part of the Town of Wayne. At that time, it was still part of Steuben County.
General William Kernan, one of the first people to settle here, named the town. He was also the father of Francis Kernan, who later became a United States Senator. In 1845, Tyrone became part of the newly formed Schuyler County.
Geography and Natural Features
Where Tyrone is Located
Tyrone covers a total area of about 39.6 square miles (102.6 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 37.5 square miles (96.6 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 2.1 square miles (6.04 square kilometers), is water.
The northern border of Tyrone touches Yates County. Part of its eastern border also follows this county line. The eastern edge of the town runs along an old boundary line called the Preemption Line. To the west, Tyrone shares a border with Steuben County.
Roads and Lakes in Tyrone
Two main roads pass through the town. New York State Route 226 runs from the northeast to the southwest. New York State Route 230 crosses the northwest corner of Tyrone.
A large part of Lamoka Lake is located within the town. This lake is about 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) long. It sits near the western border of Tyrone.
Population and People of Tyrone
How Many People Live Here?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 1,880 | — | |
| 1840 | 2,122 | 12.9% | |
| 1850 | 1,894 | −10.7% | |
| 1860 | 2,096 | 10.7% | |
| 1870 | 1,993 | −4.9% | |
| 1880 | 2,059 | 3.3% | |
| 1890 | 1,680 | −18.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,586 | −5.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,285 | −19.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,100 | −14.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,050 | −4.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,024 | −2.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,076 | 5.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,137 | 5.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,254 | 10.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,479 | 17.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,620 | 9.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,714 | 5.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,597 | −6.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,650 | 3.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,635 | 2.4% | |
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According to the 2000 census, 1,714 people lived in Tyrone. There were 664 households and 492 families. The town had about 45.7 people per square mile (17.6 people per square kilometer). There were also 1,296 housing units.
Diversity in Tyrone
Most of the people in Tyrone were White (96.32%). Other groups included African American (1.23%), Native American (0.35%), and Asian (0.06%). About 0.82% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of all the households, 31.0% had children under 18 living with them. About 60.8% were married couples living together. The average household had 2.58 people, and the average family had 2.94 people.
Age Groups in Town
The population of Tyrone was spread out across different age groups. About 27.0% were under 18 years old. People aged 65 or older made up 17.4% of the population. The average age in Tyrone was 41 years old.
Communities and Places in Tyrone
- Altay (once called "Kendall Hollow") – This is a small village, or hamlet, located northeast of Tyrone village on NY-226.
- Camp Gorton – You can find this spot on the eastern side of Waneta Lake, along County Road 25.
- Gingerbread Corners – This is a location in the eastern part of the town.
- Halls Corners – This spot is right on the eastern border of the town.
- Lamoka Lake (used to be "Mud Lake") – This lake is mostly in the western part of the town. It is about 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) long. Important old artifacts from prehistoric people were found here.
- Pine Grove – This used to be a community in the town.
- Shorewood – A hamlet located on the western side of Waneta Lake, near the town's western border.
- Six Corners – This location is on the northern border of the town.
- Tobehanna Creek – A stream that flows past Tyrone village and into Lamoka Lake.
- Tyrone – This is the main hamlet of Tyrone. It is east of Lamoka Lake on County Road 23.
- Waneta Lake (used to be "Little Lake") – This lake is in the northwestern part of the town. It is about 2.8 miles (4.5 kilometers) long. It is connected to Lamoka Lake. A small part of Waneta Lake is in Steuben County.
- Waneta-Lamoka Wildlife Management Area – This is a special area for nature and wildlife. It is located between Lamoka Lake and Waneta Lake.
- Wayne Village – A hamlet in the northwest corner of the town on NY-230. Part of it is also in the town of Wayne in Steuben County. The Second Baptist Church of Wayne is a historic building here.
- Weston – A hamlet northwest of Tyrone village on County Road 23. It is also north of Lamoka Lake. The Weston Schoolhouse is a historic building in Weston.
See also
In Spanish: Tyrone (Nueva York) para niños
