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Victor, New York
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 Victor, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Ontario |
| Incorporated | 1812 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.93 sq mi (93.06 km2) |
| • Land | 35.92 sq mi (93.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 767 ft (234 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 15,969  |
| • Estimate
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15,957 |
| • Density | 411.30/sq mi (158.80/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP |
14564
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| Area code(s) | 585 |
| FIPS code | 36-29640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0970103 |
| Website | http://www.victorny.org |
Victor is a town in Ontario County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 15,969 people lived there. The town is named after Claudius Victor Boughton, a hero from the War of 1812.
The Town of Victor includes a smaller area called Victor Village. The town is in the northwest part of Ontario County. It is southeast of Rochester. Victor is part of the larger Rochester area. Its good location has led to a lot of growth in recent years. Victor is the biggest suburb of Rochester that is not in Monroe County. Victor Village is about 12 miles (19 km) from Canandaigua Lake, one of the Finger Lakes.
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History of Victor
Early Native American History
An important village of the Seneca people was once located in this area. It was known as Gannagaro or Ganondagan. In 1687, French invaders from Canada attacked the Seneca. The French wanted to control the valuable fur trade. After this attack, the Seneca left their village and the surrounding area.
In 2015, New York opened a museum and cultural center at the Ganondagan State Historic Site. This site was created in 1987. The Seneca Art & Culture Center at Ganondagan shares the story of the Haudenosaunee (also known as Iroquois) people. It focuses on the Seneca nation. The center uses art, history, and education to tell their story. It is the only state historic site that focuses on the Haudenosaunee people. Both Haudenosaunee and non-Native American staff work there. The center also highlights Jigonhsasee, an Iroquoian woman who helped found the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.
The Seneca were the westernmost nation of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy in New York. They lived in the Finger Lakes area. They were one of the original Five Nations that formed the Confederacy. In 1722, the Haudenosaunee welcomed the Tuscarora. The Tuscarora were another Iroquoian-speaking group who moved from the Carolinas. This made the Confederacy the Six Nations.
European Settlement and Growth
After the American Revolutionary War, the Phelps and Gorham Purchase included the land where Victor is now. This land was bought from the Seneca. European American settlers began to arrive around 1789. The Town of Victor was officially formed in 1812. It was created from part of the Town of Bloomfield. At first, the area was mainly used for farming.
Several historic buildings in Victor are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Jeremiah Cronkite House, the Cobblestone Railroad Pumphouse, the Felt Cobblestone General Store, Boughton Hill, Osborne House, and Valentown Hall.
Geography and Location
Victor covers about 36 square miles (93.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
The western and northern borders of Victor touch Monroe County. This includes the towns of Perinton and Mendon.
Major Roads and Highways
- The New York State Thruway (Interstate 90) runs through the northern part of Victor.
- Interstate 490 meets the Thruway east of Fishers.
- New York State Route 96 is a main east-west road. It turns north west of Victor village.
- New York State Route 251 connects the western part of Victor to Monroe County.
- New York State Route 444 goes south from Victor village.
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 2,084 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,265 | 8.7% | |
| 1840 | 2,393 | 5.7% | |
| 1850 | 2,230 | −6.8% | |
| 1860 | 2,404 | 7.8% | |
| 1870 | 2,437 | 1.4% | |
| 1880 | 2,804 | 15.1% | |
| 1890 | 2,620 | −6.6% | |
| 1900 | 2,249 | −14.2% | |
| 1910 | 2,393 | 6.4% | |
| 1920 | 2,319 | −3.1% | |
| 1930 | 2,424 | 4.5% | |
| 1940 | 2,437 | 0.5% | |
| 1950 | 2,640 | 8.3% | |
| 1960 | 3,295 | 24.8% | |
| 1970 | 5,071 | 53.9% | |
| 1980 | 5,784 | 14.1% | |
| 1990 | 7,191 | 24.3% | |
| 2000 | 9,977 | 38.7% | |
| 2010 | 14,275 | 43.1% | |
| 2020 | 15,969 | 11.9% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 15,957 | 11.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 9,977 people living in Victor. There were 3,685 households and 2,741 families. The town had about 277 people per square mile (107 people per square kilometer).
About 36.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (66%) were married couples. The average household had 2.66 people. The average family had 3.11 people.
The population was spread out by age:
- 27.7% were under 18 years old.
- 5.3% were 18 to 24 years old.
- 30.4% were 25 to 44 years old.
- 26.4% were 45 to 64 years old.
- 10.2% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Victor was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were about 99 males.
The median income for a household in Victor was $59,349. For families, the median income was $71,526. About 3.0% of the population lived below the poverty line.
Communities and Places in Victor
- Boughton Hill – A small community south of Victor village, on NY-444. This was one of the first places settled in the town.
- East Victor (also called "Scudderville" and "Freedom") – A community east of Victor village, on NY-96. It was once a competitor to Victor village for importance.
- Eastview Mall – A very large shopping center (about 1,300,000 square feet or 120,774 square meters). It is located near New York State Thruway Exit 45 on NY-96.
- Former Fairport Reservoirs – Two old reservoirs near the southern town line. They are now part of Boughton Park, which is shared with East and West Bloomfield.
- Fishers – A community in the northwest part of the town.
- Ganondagan State Historic Site – This historic Seneca village site is now a state park. It is west of Boughton Hill.
- Motts Corners – A community in the northeast part of the town on County Road 9.
- Railroad Mills – A place in the northwest part of the town.
- Victor – The main village in the town. NY-96 goes through it, south of the Thruway.
Parks in Victor
Victor has many parks for outdoor activities:
- Boughton – Shared with the towns of East and West Bloomfield. You need a permit from the town hall to visit.
- Dryer Road – Has sports fields, a sports rink, a playground, and trails for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
- Fishers – Good for hiking, baseball, and tennis.
- Ganondagan, State Historic Site – A historic site with trails and cultural exhibits.
- Harlan Fisher Park – A small park located in the village.
- Lehigh Crossing – Offers hiking, fishing, and biking.
- Maryfrances Bluebird Haven – A quiet park for walking and enjoying nature.
- Mead Square – Located in the village.
- Monkey Run – Great for hiking.
- Paparone – This park is still being developed.
- Victor Municipal – Features hiking, fishing, and a playground.
- Village on the Park – Has a playground.
See also
In Spanish: Victor (Nueva York) para niños
