West Chazy, New York facts for kids
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West Chazy, New York
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Location in Clinton County and the state of New York.
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Clinton |
| Town | Chazy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.88 sq mi (4.86 km2) |
| • Land | 1.88 sq mi (4.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 290 ft (90 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 558 |
| • Density | 297.28/sq mi (114.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
12992
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| Area code(s) | 518 |
| FIPS code | 36-79543 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0969175 |
West Chazy is a small community in New York, United States. It is known as a hamlet, which is a small settlement, and also a census-designated place. This means it is an area that the government counts for population statistics. West Chazy is located in the town of Chazy within Clinton County. In 2020, about 558 people lived there.
Where is West Chazy located?
West Chazy is found in the southwestern part of the town of Chazy. A river called the Little Chazy River flows through the area. This river moves northeast and eventually reaches Lake Champlain.
A main road, New York State Route 22, goes right through West Chazy. If you travel south on this road for about 10 miles (16 km), you will reach Plattsburgh. Plattsburgh is the main city and the county seat for Clinton County. Going north on the same road for about 10 miles (16 km) will take you to Mooers. The community of Chazy is about 6 miles (9.7 km) northeast, reachable by local roads.
The total area of West Chazy is about 1.9 square miles (4.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
How many people live in West Chazy?
The population of West Chazy has changed over the years. Here is how many people lived there during recent official counts:
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| 2020 | 558 | — | |
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- In 2020, the population was 558 people.
